Java Backend Developer

This hands-on role is focused on the implementation and enhancement of critical backend services for our

Trading platform and order management system

. As an

individual contributor

, the Junior Backend Engineer will leverage modern technologies to build innovative features and improve existing functionalities. This position operates within a collaborative environment where technical expertise and problem-solving skills are highly valued. The ideal candidate is technically proficient, eager to learn, committed to producing high-quality code, and thrives in a fast-paced financial domain.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement scalable microservices using Java 8 and Spring Boot, specifically for trading and order management functionalities.
• Contribute to the implementation and management of message-driven architectures with Kafka to handle high-throughput trading events and order flows.
• Work extensively with relational databases (Oracle) for data storage and retrieval in a mission-critical financial environment.
• Utilize and apply in-memory data stores like Redis or Gemfire for caching and high-speed data access, crucial for real-time trading operations.
• Assist in deploying and managing applications on containerization platforms like Openshift.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to implement, test, and deliver new features for the trading platform and order management system.
• Focus on adhering to best practices to ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications, especially under peak trading volumes.
• Participate actively in technical discussions, and knowledge sharing sessions to foster continuous improvement.
• Qualifications:
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in backend development.
• Java 8: Strong proficiency in Java 8 and its core features.
• Spring Boot: Solid practical experience with Spring Boot for building microservices.
• Microservices: Practical experience in developing and implementing microservices architectures, ideally within a financial or high-transactional system.
• Kafka: Hands-on experience with Kafka for event streaming and messaging, particularly in real-time data processing contexts.
• Database: Solid understanding and practical experience with Oracle databases, including writing efficient queries and basic schema understanding for large-scale transactional systems.
• Caching/In-memory Data Store: Practical experience with Redis or Gemfire for high-performance data access.
• Containerization: Familiarity with Openshift for application deployment and management.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate technical concepts clearly.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to tackle challenging technical issues in a complex financial system.
  

Individuals who are driven with a passion for technology and a desire to build robust systems as

individual contributors

in the

financial trading domain

are encouraged to apply!------------------------------------------------------

Job Family Group:

Technology------------------------------------------------------

Job Family:

Applications Development------------------------------------------------------

Time Type:

Full time------------------------------------------------------

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