Senior Java Developer (NEED INDEPENDENT ON W2)

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join our Securities Finance Technology team. This role will focus on designing and building a next generation automated locates platform, a critical component in supporting securities lending operations. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java-based enterprise applications, distributed systems, and cloud-native technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop a scalable, high-performance automated locates platform for securities 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 AWS services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration with existing securities finance workflows.

Required Qualifications

• 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 architecture.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and relational database design (MS SQL, MySQL etc.).
• Experience with Redis caching, and messaging systems such as Kafka, MQ, SQS, and SNS.
• Experience with Jira, Bitbucket, and Bamboo for agile development and CI/CD.
• Proficiency in leveraging GitHub Copilot or Claude for productivity gains and to improve code quality.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with Python development.
• Familiarity with Airflow, Snowflake, EKS, ECS & S3.
• Experience designing high throughput and low latency systems.
• Securities Finance business domain knowledge a plus.

Soft Skills & Competencies

• 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.