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Job Description This positionis for a Full stack end to end web application developer who can develop bothback-end infrastructure, Web UI, supporting API endpoints for the front-end, designingand maintaining a highly available and efficient media and data repositorysystem. Optimizing our applications for scaleand speed in imaginative and innovative ways will also be a significantfunction of this position. Responsibilities: • Build, scale and maintain our services and web based applications, • Think cross-device and cross-platform, mobile, tablet and desktop while developing front-ends., • Collaborate with team members to deliver web based applications with both client side and server side functionality, • Work with internal and external customers to define new features that will drive our business, • Contribute to our team’s growing set of development platforms, tools, and processes, • Contribute to user and support documentation when relevant, • Research open-source technical possibilities and options, • Participate in support/troubleshooting discussions, calls and provide technical expertise to support person and customers Profile and optimize new and legacy code. • Build software for internal business operations Integrate and build for external and internal API's. * Mentor junior intern programmers on programming projects. Essential Qualifications * 3+ years experience and proficiency with LAMP stack, solving challenging problems and implementing newfeatures from scratch. * 3+ years using HTML, CSS, Javascript,jQuery, Bootstrap components and implementing responsive design for the web * 2+ years of data migration,transformation and scripting experience in the Linux environment * Be comfortableworking outside the context of a framework. * 1+ years experience with writingsearch queries and managing data fields using Apache Solr * 1+ years of Unit and Acceptancetesting experience * Familiar withimplementing application level security and implementing best practices for theweb and SQL * Experienceoptimizing SQL and profiling legacy code * Experience using sourcecontrol (Git) and code-deployment workflows * Experience building REST services aswell as writing clients for integrating with public and private APIs * Demonstrated strong oral and writtencommunication skills * Strong interpersonal communicationskills, including explaining technical issues to non-technical users * Appreciate and respect diversity ofpeople, ideas, and thought to create a cross-culturally competent community * Excellent organization skills andhigh attention to detail * Ability to be self-directed, takeinitiative and to work as part of a team; Ability to set priorities inalignment with organization and product needs * Ability to work in a professionalenvironment and serve as a role model to student employees * Criminal history background check * Some off-hours andweekend activities may be required. Preferred / Nice to have but not Mandatory skills are as follows; Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's degree OR an Associate'sdegree with Major in computer science, information technology or related field. * Additional two years experience inLAMP stack and Javascript, * Experience building mobileapplications * Prior experience working in AWS environment(EC2, S3 and Glacier for storage) * Experience working on Javascriptlibraries, HTML5 media player, video tags, using FFMPEG and streaming servers * Experience working on digital assetmanagement systems or digital repositories (Fedora commons) and media (videostreaming formats, audio) * Experience working with buildingredundant and data caching systems using Redis * Experience with log data aggregationand analysis techniques.

We are At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets. Our challenge We are seeking a skilled Java Developer with Commodities/ Capital markets Domain knowledge to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Java development, with experience in financial applications and a deep understanding of market dynamics. Additional Information The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Iselin, NJ is $125k - $135/year & benefits (see below). The Role Responsibilities: • Design, develop, and implement robust and scalable Java applications tailored for the Commodities or Capital Markets domain., • Collaborate with business analysts, traders, and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications., • Lead and mentor a team of junior developers, providing guidance on best practices and promoting a culture of continuous improvement., • Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring code quality, performance, and adherence to industry standards., • Optimize applications for maximum performance, scalability, and reliability., • Troubleshoot and debug complex issues in a timely manner, providing effective solutions., • Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and best practices relevant to Java development and the financial services sector., • Contribute to architectural decisions and help shape the technical direction of projects. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus., • 10+ years of professional experience in Java development, with a strong background in building enterprise-level applications., • Proven experience in the Commodities or Capital Markets domain, with a solid understanding of trading platforms, risk management, and financial instruments., • Proficiency in Java frameworks (e.g., Spring, Hibernate) and tools (e.g., Maven, Jenkins)., • Experience with relational databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server) and noSQL databases., • Familiarity with message-oriented middleware (e.g., JMS, Kafka) and microservices architecture., • Knowledge of financial data feeds, APIs, and market data services is highly desirable., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset. It would be great if you also had: • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)., • Knowledge of front-end technologies (e.g., Angular, React) is a plus., • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices. We offer: • A highly competitive compensation and benefits package., • A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad., • 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays)., • Maternity & paternity leave plans., • A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)., • Retirement savings plans., • A higher education certification policy., • Commuter benefits (varies by region)., • Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development., • On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses., • Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups., • Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms., • A flat and approachable organization., • A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture. S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more. All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Mercor is partnering with a top AI research organization to evaluate and improve how coding assistants reason, act, and communicate during development workflows. We’re seeking technically sharp experts (especially those with experience in code review, testing, or documentation) to assess full transcripts of user–AI coding conversations. This short-term, fully remote engagement helps shape the future of developer-assisting AI systems. Key Responsibilities • Review long-form transcripts between users and AI coding assistants • Analyze the AI’s logic, execution, and stated actions in detail • Score each transcript using a 10-point rubric across multiple criteria • Optionally write brief justifications citing examples from the dialogue • Detect mismatches between claims and actions (e.g., saying “I’ll run tests” but not doing so) Ideal Qualifications Top choices: • Senior or Staff Engineers with deep code review experience and execution insight • QA Engineers with strong verification and consistency-checking habits • Technical Writers or Documentation Specialists skilled at comparing instructions vs. implementation Also a strong fit: • Backend or Full-Stack Developers comfortable with function calls, APIs, and test workflows • DevOps or SRE professionals familiar with tool orchestration and system behavior analysis Languages and Tools: • Proficiency in Python is helpful (most transcripts are Python-based) • Familiarity with other languages like JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, C++, Go, Ruby, Rust, or Bash is a plus • Comfort with Git workflows, testing frameworks, and debugging tools is valuable More About the Opportunity • Remote and asynchronous — complete tasks on your own schedule • Must complete each transcript batch within 5 hours of starting (unlimited tasks to be done) • Flexible, task-based engagement with potential for recurring batches Compensation & Contract Terms • Competitive hourly rates based on geography and experience • Contractors will be classified as independent service providers • Payments issued weekly via Stripe Connect Application Process • Submit your resume to begin • If selected, you’ll receive rubric documentation and access to the evaluation platform • Most applicants hear back within a few business days About Mercor • Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations • Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey • Thousands of professionals across law, engineering, and research contribute to frontier AI projects via Mercor