Java Technical Lead

Java Regulatory Lead Developer

MetroPark Office in Iselin, NJ. (3 Days Onsite)

Contract To Hire

This is technical lead role – someone who can code as well & not just management role.

The job spec for this role would be as follows

Key Responsibilities:

Need someone who is Strong in Core Java (server-side) – not just management, must be hands-on coding. Able to write code and review code changes. Messaging: ActiveMQ (currently using) and Kafka (moving to). Need to be hands-on with messaging and proficient with messaging queues.

Event-based architecture, Spring Boot, Microservices, Memory management. XML processing – FpML preferred (post-trade, regulatory reporting). Apache Camel – Huge Plus. Strong SQL experience – writing optimized queries, working with large datasets, tuning performance; experience with RDBMS like SQL Server, Sybase, or Oracle. As discussed, need someone with mandatory Capital Markets experience.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 16 years of core Java server development experience with a focus on server-side systems.
• Strong knowledge of XML , Spring and Camel Framework
• Proficient in message queues (Kafka, JMS, ActiveMQ , IBM MQ etc.) and integration with enterprise systems.
• Proficient in SQL, and experience with RDBMS (SQL Server, Sybase, etc.).
• Working knowledge of Agile, CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Git, SonarQube)
• Proven track record of leading small-to-medium teams, mentoring developers, and managing deliverables

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in financial products (derivatives IRD/FX/CRD).
• Experience with operations systems processes like regulatory reporting systems and collateral management processes.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and team oriented.