Core Java Backend Developer - Assistance Vice President

Job Overview: We are looking for an experienced Senior Java Developer with a strong background in financial applications. You will play a key role in developing, enhancing, and maintaining high-performance, secure, and scalable Java-based financial software solutions. In this role, you will be working closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, business analysts, and architects, to deliver reliable solutions in a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities: * Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications for financial systems, including trading platforms, payment gateways, and risk management tools. * Ensure the applications meet industry standards for security, compliance, and performance, with an emphasis on scalability and reliability. * Collaborate with stakeholders (business analysts, product managers, and other teams) to translate business requirements into technical solutions. * Optimize and refactor existing code to improve performance and maintainability. * Implement and maintain RESTful APIs for integration with third-party financial systems, as well as internal microservices. * Perform regular code reviews to ensure high-quality, maintainable, and scalable code. * Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues, ensuring minimal downtime and continuous service availability. * Work within Agile development methodologies, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and sprint retrospectives. * Stay updated with the latest financial industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies to suggest and implement improvements. * Ensure proper documentation of all technical processes and solutions. Required Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). * 5+ years of experience as a Java developer, with a focus on financial applications or fintech. * Strong knowledge of core Java, Java 8+ (or later), and relevant Java frameworks such as Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Hibernate. * Deep understanding of financial concepts such as payments, transactions, trading, risk management, and financial reporting. * Hands-on experience in designing and developing secure, scalable, and high-performance financial applications. * Experience designing and implementing message-driven systems for reliable, asynchronous processing in high-throughput, distributed environments. * Solid experience with relational databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB) in the context of financial systems. * Proficiency in working with financial protocols (e.g., FIX) and integration with external financial data sources and APIs. * Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex production issues. * Proficient with version control systems such as Git and experience in continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes. * Extensive experience with Linux environments, including system administration, shell scripting, and performance tuning. * Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. Preferred Qualifications: * Knowledge of trading systems and algorithmic trading platforms. * Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Jenkins, TeamCity). * Experience with front-end technologies (e.g., JavaScript, React) for full-stack development. * Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and financial industry project management standards. \------------------------------------------------------ ## Job Family Group: Technology \------------------------------------------------------ ## Job Family: Applications Development \------------------------------------------------------ ## Time Type: Full time \------------------------------------------------------ ## Most...