Java Application Lead/Developer

Job Summary We are seeking a motivated and experienced Java Application Lead/Developer to support and enhance our Global Trade Clearing and Primary Dealer Reporting platform. This is a hands-on role requiring a strong background in software engineering, technical leadership, and collaboration with global cross-functional teams. You will be responsible for designing and building secure, scalable financial applications and actively contributing to an agile delivery environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of core Java-based applications.
• Drive the delivery of complex application development projects through collaboration with multiple IT and business teams.
• Actively engage in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, design reviews, and retrospectives.
• Define and implement application and database design strategies aligned with business and technical objectives.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code, following best practices in software engineering.
• Monitor and support production systems, ensuring stability, and resolve high-priority issues effectively.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with stakeholders across Technology, Business, and Operations functions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Core Java, with strong expertise in multithreading, concurrency, and memory management.
• Hands-on experience with Spring Framework (including Spring Boot) and development of RESTful and SOAP services.
• Deep understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles and design patterns.
• Proficiency in SQL and working with relational databases (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL, or similar).
• Comfortable working in Unix/Linux environments, including scripting and troubleshooting.
• Basic knowledge of frontend technologies such as Angular or React.
• Strong experience in debugging, performance tuning, and architectural design of applications.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in fast-paced and complex environments.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in middle-office trade processing or capital markets technology.
• Familiarity with messaging systems such as JMS, IBM MQ, or Kafka.
• Exposure to cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Prior experience in the financial services or banking domain is highly desirable.