Core Java Backend Developer - Assistance Vice President

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.
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