Senior Java Developer

Job ID: 08717
Location: NJ  [Hybrid]
Employment Type: Contract

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Senior Java Developer – Prime Services Securities Finance

Location: New York City – 3 days/week onsite

 

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join our client's Securities Finance Technology team. This role will focus on designing and building a next generation automated locates platform, a critical component in supporting securities lending operations. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java-based enterprise applications, distributed systems, and cloud-native technologies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop a scalable, high-performance automated locates platform for securities finance business.
  • Build distributed systems and enterprise-grade applications leveraging Java, Spring frameworks, and container technologies.
  • Integrate with messaging systems and caching solutions for real-time processing.
  • Develop and optimize SQL-based data models and queries for high-volume transactional systems.
  • Implement cloud-native solutions using AWS services.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration with existing securities finance workflows.

 

Required Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience in Core Java, Spring frameworks, and container technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Proven track record in building distributed systems and enterprise-grade applications using microservices architecture.
  • Strong knowledge of SQL and relational database design (MS SQL, MySQL…etc.).
  • Experience with Redis caching, and messaging systems such as Kafka, MQ, SQS, and SNS.
  • Experience with Jira, Bitbucket, and Bamboo for agile development and CI/CD.
  • Proficiency in leveraging GitHub Copilot or Claude for productivity gains and to improve code quality.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Python development.
  • Familiarity with Airflow, Snowflake, EKS, ECS & S3.
  • Experience designing high throughput and low latency systems.
  • Securities Finance business domain knowledge a plus.

 

Soft Skills & Competencies

  • Analytical Thinking: Ability to break down complex problems and design efficient, scalable solutions.
  • Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with other developers, business analysts, QA, and operations teams.
  • Communication: Clear and concise verbal and written communication for technical and non-technical stakeholders.