Job Specifications
Job Introduction
As a Java Developer you will be joining the IT team responsible for the delivery, support and maintenance of Handelsbanken PLC’s Core Banking systems encompassing Platforming, Risk, Payments, Lending and Customer Data. As a Java Developer you will be providing expertise in the full software development life cycle.
Main Responsibilities
Use your initiative to work with Senior Java Development, UI/UX Development and Agile Transformation to help shape, architect and deliver greenfield/brownfield/integration applications employing best design and development practice
Positively effective at systems analysis, solving technical problems and development excellence given the constraints of the Bank’s environment
Follow cross-functional development best practice, including but not restricted to, Functional and Non-Functional Analysis, Application Architecture, Design, Coding and Unit Testing, Technical Documentation, Functional and Non-Functional Testing (Manual & Automated), Continuous Integration/Testing/Delivery.
Be able to function in a culture of Agile Development (Scrum/Kanban, Amigos, Estimating, Planning, Sprints, Demos, Retrospectives)
Be able to write Agile Epics/Stories using techniques such as BDD/Gherkin
Be Delivery-focused rather than Task-focused
Continuously seek to improve on Velocity, Lead/Cycle Time, Quality and Process.
Document solutions with visual impact (e.g. Visio & PowerPoint over Word)
Estimating, planning, managing tasks and reporting on progress.
Work with the Atlassian suite of Tools (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, BitBucket) for tracking progress and KPI monitoring.
Build and maintain good close relationships with Stakeholders at all levels (Management, Business, Legacy Developers, QAs, Infrastructure, IT Security.
Ideal Candidate
Research (by Harvard University) shows that women are particularly likely to second guess themselves and not apply - so if you are worried you don't meet all the criteria, get in touch anyhow and let us do the worrying…
Our core specialty skillset is Java, but the ideal candidate should also have knowledge of front-end and back-end development.
A developer who is looking to build solutions from scratch and have a strong sense of responsibility within the team and the wider business.
Professional experience in a Software Product / IT Development sphere
Demonstrate server-side software coding maturity using Java 11+ but also knowledge of SQL (DB2 / SQL Server / Postgres preferred).
Demonstrate excellent use of Design Patterns / Micro Services/ RESTful APIs
Basic capability in UI Development using advanced JavaScript (React and Node.js preferred) HTML, CSS
Working in a Technical Agile environment (e.g. Build tools, Static/Dynamic code analysis, CI/CD e.g. Jenkins/TeamCity)
Company Information
Handelsbanken is a relationship bank with a decentralised way of working, a strong local presence thanks to a nationwide network of branches, and a long-term approach to customer relations. Each Handelsbanken branch operates as a local business enabling it to make decisions at a local level and provide a bespoke service. The focus is always on the need of the individual customer and not on the sale of specific products.
We are embarking on an exciting Business Transformation journey. This transformation will significantly enhance our technology system systems, processes and services, bringing evolution to our ways of working. Join us in this transformative journey, where your dedication, adaptability and commitment will play a crucial role in shaping the future of banking for our valued customers.
The Bank is deeply committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice into all of our activities. This is so that we are an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work that encourages everyone to apply, regardless of socio-economic background, age, disability, pregnancy and/or parental status, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), veteran status, marital and civil partnership status, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment or sexual orientation.
Check our Handelsbanken website for further information
At Handelsbanken, we deeply value our unique culture and values including trust in and respect for each individual. We take pride in nurturing a work environment where people flourish, and where they are empowered to take decisions in their areas of expertise. We take a long term perspective in everything we do and want each employee who joins us to build a long terms successful career with the Bank.
What is in it for you?
We have a wide range of learning and development available, empowering and enabling our colleagues to take ownership of their own development.
Competitive Salary and an extensive range of benefits is provided, including private medical insurance, income protection and life assurance
A market-leading pension contribution of 15% paid by the bank, which can be invested in a wide range of funds (in
About the Company
We are Europe's safest commercial bank, with roots in local communities throughout Sweden, the Netherlands, Norway, and the UK. Across a range of digital and physical meeting places, our branch teams offer 'up close and personal' financial advice and solutions, based on customers' individual needs. In this way, we aim to forge lasting relationships with satisfied private and corporate customers, helping us grow steadily through word of mouth.
Our way of doing business is based on trust and respect, both for our customers an...
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