Lendscape is a leading technology provider to the global secured finance market.  

We’re dedicated to helping financial institutions unlock cash flow and provide enhanced lending experiences for their SME customers through innovative technology. Today, our technology and software underpins the secured lending offerings of over 120 banks and finance providers worldwide. 

Headquartered in London, and with regional offices in California and Singapore, Lendscape employs over 180 people around the world.  

About the role and our Engineering team

As a member of a team that is spread across various parts of the world, you will gain exposure to diverse cultures and perspectives. Being a part of Lendscape while we are venturing into new countries puts you at the forefront of expansion!

Our Software Engineering team is our biggest function, with 80 colleagues spread across 9 squads they play a key role ensuring we continue to be leaders in our field. 

We have some exciting new developments and are committed to introducing 3 additional teams to take us to over 100 colleagues in Engineering. 

You will be responsible for both manual and automated testing, using analytical and technical skills

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of GraphQL APIs to meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and understand API requirements.
• Utilise your strong proficiency in Java to develop and maintain high-quality software applications.
• Implement best practices for code quality, maintainability, and performance.
• Contribute to the overall system architecture and design decisions.
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and security of the software systems.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to maintain code quality and consistency.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior developers in the team.
• Integrate GraphQL APIs with existing systems and third-party services.
• Develop and execute comprehensive unit and integration tests.
• Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment between business requirements and technical solutions.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum development processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Technical requirements

• In-depth knowledge of Java programming language features, syntax, and constructs.
• Mastery of core Java concepts such as OOP (Object-Oriented Programming), multithreading, and exception handling.
• Proficiency in the Spring Framework, including Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data, and Spring Security.
• Understanding of inversion of control (IoC) and dependency injection (DI) principles.
• Expertise in Hibernate or JPA for object-relational mapping and database interaction.
• Familiarity with web development technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience with front-end frameworks/libraries (e.g., Angular, React, or Vue.js).
• Knowledge of building and consuming RESTful APIs using frameworks like Spring REST or JAX-RS.
• Strong understanding of GraphQL concepts and best practices.
• Proficient in working with relational databases like PostgreSQL and a good understanding of database design principles.
• Extensive experience with testing frameworks such as JUnit and TestNG for unit testing and integration testing.
• Familiarity with build tools like Gradle for dependency management.
• Proficient in using a version control system like Git for source code management.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and tools like Bamboo.
• Understanding and application of design patterns for creating scalable and maintainable software.
• Expertise in writing concurrent and multithreaded applications, including synchronisation mechanisms.
• Awareness of security best practices in Java development, including secure coding principles and vulnerability mitigation.
• Ability to optimise code for performance and diagnose and resolve performance-related issues.
• Experience with logging frameworks (e.g., SLF4J) and application monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies, particularly Scrum.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and debugging Java applications using various tools.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest Java and industry trends.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Java software development.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing GraphQL APIs

Benefits

• Private medical care and cash plan
• Flexible working hours
• Continuous training
• Cycle scheme and sponsored gym
• Learning and development
• Wellness and mindfulness perks
• Colleague volunteering
• Life assurance
• Work alongside a team developing and delivering innovative technology that creates huge value for a variety of local and international clients

What to expect

We appreciate you taking the time to apply to this role with us, and we are committed to making your journey with us as positive as possible. Interviews are a team effort and we’re keen to address any queries you may have and to determine if you equally feel if we are the right choice for your career.

Should your application be selected for an interview the process will be an initial conversation with our Talent Partner Safa Mohamoud. During this conversation we will explore your background, a broad overview of your skillset and what drives you. This will be followed by a conversation with our Head of Engineering Jon Jenkins to dive deeper into your experience and equally for you to ask in depth questions about the role. You will also have the opportunity to meet with some of the members of the Engineering team to understand our ways of working a bit better.

Lendscape is for everyone

Lendscape is passionate about ensuring that we remain a top performing business and a fantastic place to work – a place where everyone is comfortable to work. We’re a business that values equal opportunities for all and we celebrate the unique and diverse backgrounds and experiences of each individual. 

Interested but not sure you tick every box? We recognize that skills and experience can be gained in various ways, and we encourage you to apply for a role at our company, even if you feel your background might not perfectly align with the position. 

We look forward to connecting with you.

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