Senior Software Engineer
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LocationUnited Kingdom - London - Paddington (PPS)
Also inSwindon
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Company size10,000+ people
PostedSep 23, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live5d ago
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Proven experience as a Tech Lead or Senior Java Developer in agile environments
Strong understanding of Agile framework & principles
Strong proficiency in Java (preferably Java 17+), Spring Boot, and RESTful API development
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture
Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions
Solid understanding of relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
Knowledge of security best practices (OWASP) and performance optimization
Excellent leadership, communication, time management and mentoring skills, with the ability to influence technical direction
Experience in fintech, payments, or enterprise SaaS platforms
Exposure to event-driven architecture (Kafka, RabbitMQ)
Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)
Understanding of observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)
Skills
Java
Spring Boot
REST
AWS
Docker
Kubernetes
Jenkins
AWS CodePipeline
GitLab CI
GitHub Actions
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
Kafka
RabbitMQ
Terraform
CloudFormation
Prometheus
Grafana
ELK stack
OWASP
Benefits
Health insurance
Performance based bonus
Take a step forward and let Edenred surprise you.
About the company
Every day, we deliver innovative solutions to improve the life of millions of people, connecting employees, companies, and merchants all around the world.
We know there are hundred ways for you to grow. With us, you will expand your skills in a multicultural, challenging, and dynamic environment.
Dare to join Edenred and get ready to thrive in a global company that will offer you endless opportunities.
Edenred is all about meritocracy. You come as you are, and you contribute. Indeed, the Edenred Group recognizes, recruits and develops all talents and singularities.
Legal
We are committed to preventing all forms of discrimination and to providing all our candidates with equal opportunities regardless of their gender and gender expression, disability, origin, religious belief and sexual orientation or any other criteria.
Senior Software Engineer – Edenred Paytech
Location: Hybrid (London or Swindon office with remote flexibility)
Benefits
Salary: Competitive, with performance-based bonus and comprehensive benefits
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
About Edenred
Edenred is a global leader in transactional solutions for the working world. Operating in 45 countries, Edenred connects over 60 million users and 2 million partner merchants through innovative digital platforms. Our services span employee benefits, fleet and mobility, corporate payments, and more—driven by a commitment to digital transformation and improving everyday life for people at work.
Edenred UK is investing heavily in modernising its technology platforms and adopting agile, cloud-native solutions. We are seeking a Tech Lead to help drive this transformation and lead the development of scalable, secure, and high-performing systems.
Role Overview
As Senior software engineer you will be responsible for the technical leadership of a cross-functional agile team. You will guide software architectural decisions, contribute hands-on to development, mentor engineers, and ensure the delivery of robust software aligned with business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the design and development of enterprise-grade applications using Java and related technologies
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Define and enforce agreed coding standards, architectural principles, and engineering best practices
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Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Solution Architects and Scrum Masters to translate business requirements into technical solutions
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Mentor and support software engineers, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement
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Drive adoption of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks
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Ensure systems are secure, scalable, and maintainable across the full software lifecycle
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Participate in sprint planning, code reviews, and backlog refinement
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Stay current with emerging technologies and evaluate their potential for Edenred’s platforms
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Actively contribute to the design, implementation & testing of the platform within the sprint team ensuring software meets or exceeds published metrics and quality benchmarks
Required Skills and Experience
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Proven experience as a Tech Lead or Senior Java Developer in agile environments
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Strong understanding of Agile framework & principles
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Strong proficiency in Java (preferably Java 17+), Spring Boot, and RESTful API development
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Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), containerization (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture
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Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions
•
Solid understanding of relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
•
Knowledge of security best practices (e.g. OWASP) and performance optimization
•
Excellent leadership, communication, time management and mentoring skills, with the ability to influence technical direction
Desirable Qualifications
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Experience in fintech, payments, or enterprise SaaS platforms
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Exposure to event-driven architecture (Kafka, RabbitMQ)
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Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)
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Understanding of observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)
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