Job Title: Java Backend Developer (Java Spark)
Location: Irving, TX 75039
Duration: Temp to Hire - 4 months
Pay Range: $60/hr $57/hr (W2)
Job ID: 372307
Client: Citibank
Hiring Type: Hiring Event
About BCforward
BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.
Job Description
We are seeking a Java Backend Developer with strong expertise in Core Java, Apache Spark, and Big Data processing to support high-volume risk analytics within a financial domain. The candidate will build and optimize distributed data pipelines that power risk calculations, trade analytics, and regulatory reporting at scale.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and optimize scalable Java Spark-based pipelines for large-scale financial data processing and analysis.
- Design and implement distributed computing solutions for risk modeling, pricing, and regulatory compliance.
- Ensure efficient data storage and retrieval using Big Data platforms and patterns.
- Apply Spark performance tuning best practices, including partitioning, caching, and memory management.
- Maintain high code quality with automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and version control using Git and Jenkins.
- Contribute to batch processing frameworks for market risk analytics.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 7+ years of software development experience, including 3+ years with Java Spark and Big Data frameworks.
- Strong proficiency in Python and Java with core Spark concepts (RDDs, DataFrames, Spark Streaming).
- Hands-on experience with Hadoop and Spark in production environments.
- Experience in financial markets, risk management, and financial instruments.
- Familiarity with market risk concepts such as VaR, Greeks, scenario analysis, and stress testing.
- Proficiency with Git, Jenkins, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a mathematical and analytical mindset.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced financial environment.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with market risk analytics pipelines and regulatory reporting workflows.
- Background in pricing libraries or quantitative analytics.
Why BCforward?
At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Opportunities for growth with global clients.
- A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.
About Our Commitment
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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