Core Java Developer

As a Core Java Developer reporting to Sr. Director Software Engineering youll play a key role in developing and implementing software solutions that power Nasdaqs Eqlipse trading platform supporting clients across Japan and collaborating with global teams.

Youll thrive in this role if youre a collaborative problem-solver with a passion for software engineering a global perspective and the drive to deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced high-impact environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design develop and implement software solutions as part of the Trading Engineering organization supporting the Eqlipse trading platform.
• Support existing clients in Japan ensuring software reliability performance and quality standards are met.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues in Tokyo and across Nasdaqs global teams to align on objectives and deliverables.
• Maintain and improve code quality structure and engineering standard processes.
• Participate in cross-timezone coordination with overseas teams and customers with occasional flexibility outside of core working hours.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems or a related field
• Open for fresh graduate or graduating students
• Experience in software engineering using Java Maven and Git.
• Knowledge of Linux operating systems and shell scripting.
• Business-level English and Japanese proficiency able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in a professional environment.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment with flexibility to collaborate across global time zones as needed.
• Must be willing to work onsite in the clients office (1 week per month)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building and deploying containerized applications.
• Familiarity with financial exchange protocols such as FIX ITCH or OUCH.
• Exposure to global teams and cross-border collaboration in the financial technology space.

This position is located in Tokyo Japan and offers a hybrid working arrangement (3x a week in the office).

This is a 2-year fixed term contract (with potential for extension depending on the business needs)

Benefits & Rewards

We offer private health insurance employee stock purchase plan equity grant annual bonus counseling sessions through Lyra a global mentoring program subscription to e-learning platforms fitness wellness and more.

For more information visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career Page.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives experiences and identities are valued and celebrated.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.