Senior Java Developer

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.

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