Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Java Developer to join our dynamic Financial Services technology team. In this role, you will be instrumental in developing and maintaining mission-critical, high-performance trading, asset management or wealth management systems. The ideal candidate will combine solution oriented mindset, technical expertise with a deep understanding of financial markets.
Requirements
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related technical field
- Minimum of 8+ years of hands-on experience with Java development, Spring Boot, and Microservices Architecture in a financial environment
- Comprehensive expertise in Design Patterns, SOLID principles, and Object-Oriented Design principles with demonstrated implementation experience
- Extensive experience with relational databases (SQL, PostgreSQL) and ORM frameworks (Hibernate, JPA), including optimization and performance tuning
- Strong background with modern CI/CD tools including Git, Jenkins, and Docker, with emphasis on automated testing and deployment
- Advanced proficiency in developing, securing, and optimizing RESTful APIs for high-volume financial transactions
- Proven track record with Test-Driven Development (TDD), unit testing frameworks, and automated testing strategies
- Hands-on experience with message queuing systems like Kafka, including implementing fault-tolerant architectures
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) and cloud-native application development. Experience in developing and using AWS cloud stack (S3, SQS, ECS, Redshift, RDS, Lamda etc.).
- Demonstrated experience in financial services or investment banking sector, particularly in trading, asset or wealth management systems
- Good knowledge of financial market data systems, market data protocols, financial messaging standards, and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
- The ideal candidate is a skilled software engineer who excels in designing, developing, and delivering robust, production-ready code using TDD in a fast-paced financial services environment. This role will drive critical initiatives, such as system upgrades and new feature development, to support of financial services systems.
- Write and maintain clean, efficient, and high-quality code in Java (versions 8, 11, and 17) and Spring Boot, adhering to industry best practices and coding standards.
- Lead and participate in code reviews to ensure strict compliance with quality standards and maintainable, well-documented codebases.
- Design, implement, and optimize RESTful APIs and event-driven integrations, enabling seamless connectivity with financial services platforms, market data providers, and internal systems.
- Partner closely with cross-functional teams—including traders, business analysts, and other developers—to deliver scalable, reliable solutions that address complex business needs and enhance market performance.
Additional Information
It's a long term contract role with office-remote hybrid work style.
About EffiQ
EffiQ's mission is to empower and elevate businesses with innovative solutions to enhance their digital journeys by modernizing, integrating, and automating. We specialize in delivering cutting-edge solutions that drive efficiency, improve productivity and unlock new levels of operational excellence. EffiQ Technology Solutions is a team of experienced professionals and technology experts who can support and manage enterprise software systems such as Manhattan WMS, SAP and Microsoft D365 ERP. EffiQ's vision is to revolutionize supply chain.
We also assist organizations to quickly fill skill gaps, manage increased workloads, and maintain productivity without the long-term commitment of permanent hires.
https://www.effiqt.com/