Senior Java Developer
2 days ago
Jersey City
Job Title: Senior Java Developer Location: Global Financial Firm, Jersey City, NJ Pay: $106.00 - $109.00 Negotiable based upon years of experience • Hybrid Schedule: Reliable internet, computer, and Android or iPhone required for remote access. Expected in the office weekly for 3 days depending on team requirements., • Interview Process: Video/face-to-face interviews required prior to all offers. Job Purpose: • Join a leading global financial services company operating in over 100 countries., • Support mission-critical systems processing millions of transactions and trillions of dollars daily., • Contribute to the #1 OTC Clearing platform globally, focusing on scalable and resilient architecture for high trading volumes. Key Responsibilities: • Backend core Java development on a distributed & message-oriented OTC post-trade processing and clearing system., • Lead disaster recovery tests for critical applications by planning, procuring infrastructure, and ensuring resiliency., • Assist in the global rollout of the OTC Clearing platform., • Collaborate with developers and analysts in New York & Pune teams., • Provide Level 3 support for production issues., • Adhere strongly to development standards and principles., • Participate in requirements analysis & prioritization with PM, BA, and product development teams., • Coordinate with Primary Support staff for successful operation of functionality post-release., • Apply understanding of Futures and OTC financial products throughout the development lifecycle., • Maintain relationships with internal teams providing technology/solutions for Futures. Knowledge/Experience: • Proven track record in complex, real-time, multi-tier solution development., • Experience with Middle office STP platforms., • Detailed knowledge of Futures, Equities, or Fixed Income markets., • In-depth knowledge of the OTC business from Trading to Settlement and Clearing is a plus., • Evidence of commitment to process improvement & client service., • Ability to understand user requirements and provide roadmaps and plans for desired solutions. Skills: • Technical Expertise:, • 10 years of expert-level experience in Java (using Spring in a Linux environment) and SQL/RDBMS., • Strong working knowledge of message-oriented, event-driven, multi-threaded services focusing on high throughput and low latency., • Knowledge of Oracle, Apache Kafka, Docker, OpenShift, or similar technologies is a plus., • Strong knowledge of FpML standards is preferred., • Infrastructure & Operational Skills:, • Ability to procure, set up, and deploy applications on new infrastructure., • Proven ability to prepare, coordinate, and execute disaster recovery (DR) tests., • Professional Competencies:, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly learn complex systems and adapt to new requirements., • Demonstrated ability to work independently, multi-task, take ownership of deliverables, and drive strategy., • Excellent oral and written communication skills with a proven ability to facilitate technical discussions. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s or above in Computer Science or related discipline., • Exceptional candidates without these criteria may be considered if they have the necessary skills and experience. Other Competencies: • Good team working skills and ability to work in a distributed global team environment., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Self-motivated with determination to achieve goals., • Flexible and able to deliver quality results in the required timeframe., • Experience in full lifecycle development., • Impeccable integrity and judgment. AXEL01