About the Role
Seeking a highly skilled Senior Front Office Java Developer to join the Securities Finance Technology team. This role focuses on designing and building a next-generation automated locates platform, a critical component supporting securities lending operations. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Java-based enterprise applications, distributed systems, and cloud-native technologies.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop a scalable, high-performance stockloan platform for equity 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 Azure services.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration with existing securities finance workflows.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience required.
- 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 (GraphQL) architecture.
- Strong knowledge of SQL and relational database design (MS SQL, MySQL…etc.).
- Experience with Hazelcast caching, and messaging systems such as ActiveMQ, IBM MQ.
- Experience with Jira, Nexus, Jenkins, Confluence for agile development and CI/CD.
- Experience with integrating with DTCC communication via IBM MQ (with swift messages ISO 15022 and fixed length messages VDF).
- Proficiency in leveraging GitHub Copilot or Claude for productivity gains and to improve code quality.
Skills
- 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.
Work Type
- Flexible work from home options available.
Experience Level
- Senior
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
