Core Java Developer
New York City, NY - USA
Job Summary
Core Java Developer (hands on)
New York City (Need Onsite day 1 Hybrid 3 days from office).
Position type: W2 contract
Our challenge
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer with Securities Finance Technology team.
This role will focus on designing and building a next generation automated locates platform a critical component in supporting securities lending operations.
The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java-based enterprise applications distributed systems and cloud-native technologies.
This role will focus on designing and building a next generation automated locates platform a critical component in supporting securities lending operations.
The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java-based enterprise applications distributed systems and cloud-native technologies.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop a scalable high-performance automated locates platform for securities finance business.
- Build distributed systems and enterprise-grade applications leveraging Java Spring frameworks and container technologies.
- Integrate with messaging systems and caching solutions for real-time processing.
- Develop and optimize SQL-based data models and queries for high-volume transactional systems.
- Implement cloud-native solutions using AWS services.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration with existing securities finance workflows.
Requirements:
- Hands-on experience in Core Java Spring frameworks and container technologies (e.g. Docker Kubernetes).
- Proven track record in building distributed systems and enterprise-grade applications using microservices architecture.
- Strong knowledge of SQL and relational database design (MS SQL MySQL etc.).
- Experience with Redis caching and messaging systems such as Kafka MQ SQS and SNS.
- Experience with Jira Bitbucket and Bamboo for agile development and CI/CD.
- Proficiency in leveraging GitHub Copilot or Claude for productivity gains and to improve code quality.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Python development.
- Familiarity with Airflow Snowflake EKS ECS & S3.
- Experience designing high throughput and low latency systems.
- Securities Finance business domain knowledge a plus.
Soft Skills & Competencies
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to break down complex problems and design efficient scalable solutions.
- Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with other developers business analysts QA and operations teams.
- Communication: Clear and concise verbal and written communication for technical and non-technical stakeholders.