Java Lead with Trading Industry exp - MA/ NJ/ CT (Only W2)

Overview

On Site
$60 - $70
Contract - W2

Skills

API
Amazon Web Services
Analytical Skill
Apache Kafka
Java
Google Cloud Platform
Performance Tuning
Node.js
Trading

Job Details

We are seeking a highly experienced Java Lead Developer / Architect with a strong background in enterprise backend systems, trading platforms, and real-time data processing. The ideal candidate should be hands-on with Java (Spring Boot), Node.js, and system design, and be capable of leading a team through the full software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead backend architecture, design, and development efforts for large-scale financial or trading systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable, high-performance backend solutions.
  • Apply advanced design patterns, system design principles, and microservices architecture.
  • Oversee code quality, performance optimization, and integration best practices.
  • Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering strong engineering practices.
  • Work closely with product and trading teams to align technical design with business objectives.

Technical Skills Required:

  • Core Java (Java 11 or later) and Spring Boot / Spring Cloud expertise.
  • Node.js and backend REST API development experience.
  • Strong understanding of microservices, event-driven systems, and messaging frameworks (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
  • Solid grasp of object-oriented design, design patterns, and system architecture.
  • Familiarity with trading systems, order management, or market data platforms is highly preferred.
  • Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Azure) and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Database knowledge: SQL, NoSQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.
  • Experience in high-throughput, low-latency systems preferred.

Soft Skills:

  • Proven leadership in distributed team environments.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with financial services, capital markets, or trading domain (Front, Middle, or Back Office).
  • Exposure to Node.js-based microservices and API gateway frameworks.
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices, Docker, and Kubernetes.
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