Sr. Java Developer - Client Portal

Position open to permanent US residents only...

The Opportunity

StaffRight Associates is sourcing for a premier financial services partner in Stamford, CT to lead the search for a Senior Java Developer to drive the evolution of their high-throughput Client Portal Web API platform. This hybrid, full-time role (3 days on-site in Stamford, CT / 2 days remote) places you at the center of an elite engineering group delivering real-time, mission-critical digital architecture to internal systems, institutional stakeholders, and external clients. Partnering with StaffRight Associates connects you directly with leadership in an environment committed to software excellence and technical leadership.

What You’ll Do

• Architect, scale, and refine enterprise Web API platform architecture delivering mission-critical, real-time data services.

• Engineer resilient backend microservices and client-facing interfaces in close cross-functional collaboration with internal product and business leaders.

• Champion rigorous code quality standards by authoring comprehensive documentation, automated unit tests, and regression testing suites for newly deployed endpoints.

• Provide expert Tier-3 escalation support, identifying and resolving root-cause technical challenges across production systems.

• Drive continuous platform growth by integrating cutting-edge API frameworks and real-time communication protocols.

What You Bring

• Academic background holding a Bachelor''''s Degree or Master''''s Degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline.

• 7–15 years of professional software development experience with proven mastery of Java, Spring, and Vert.x.

• Advanced technical fluency in RESTful Web Services architecture, WebSockets protocol, and real-time communication protocols.

• Deep proficiency using Git version control for code management and team collaboration.

• Demonstrated experience writing automated testing solutions using JUnit or other testing frameworks.

• Solid grasp of Software Development Principles, with hands-on exposure to Cloud Technologies (e.g., AWS) and Agile Methodologies / Agile Frameworks.

• Exceptional analytical problem-solving abilities paired with outstanding verbal and written Communication Skills.

Compensation & Total Rewards

• Base Salary Range: $180,000 – $220,000 annual salary (Full-Time / Direct Hire).

• Incentive Compensation: 30% annual performance-based bonus and stock grants.

• Work Model & Location: Hybrid schedule (3 days in Stamford, CT office / 2 days remote). Paid relocation available.

• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) retirement plan with competitive company match.

• Health & Wellness: Complete medical, dental, and vision coverage featuring a company-paid medical healthcare premium, alongside an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering wellness screenings, assessments, health coaching, and counseling services.

• Time Off & Leave: Paid time off and generous parental leave policy.

• On-Site & Work Environment Perks: Daily company lunch allowance, fully stocked kitchen with healthy breakfast and snack options, modern offices with multi-monitor setups, plus team outings, dinners, volunteer activities, and company sports teams.

• Professional Growth: Education reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities.

Joining StaffRight Associates

When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you’re doing more than pursuing a job, you’re aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions. We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.