{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"4ce2a4d2aea91bc4d15e6d12","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4ce2a4d2aea91bc4d15e6d12","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4ce2a4d2aea91bc4d15e6d12","title":"Principal, Software Engineering: Java","description":"What You'll DoThis role will be responsible for the development and delivery of business features in that application, integrating with a variety of upstream data-sources and presenting data through the user interface, all while enriching and advancing the platform. This software must achieve a blend of data-rich presentation, performance, user experience, and the capacity to support the busiest trading days in the world economy with rock-solid reliability. The candidate must be able to solve problems creatively, communicate effectively, and proactively engage in technical decision making to achieve these objectives. A team player and work well with business, technical and non-technical professionals in agile environment.\r\nHelp build a stronger team to support in-house development as the vendor engagement comes to an end.\r\nTechnically help team in areas of DevOps, backend development and UI development.\r\nTechnically collaborating with other leads to figure out complex project solutions involving multiple systems\r\nEnsure good project health by helping solve complex issues and plan for future hurdles while keeping delivery timelines into perspective\r\nBe hands on involved in coding, testing, troubleshooting, debugging, and documenting the systems\r\nGet the application ready to handle production by ensuring delivery and planning of nonfunctional aspects\r\nRecommending technologies and tools that improve the efficiency and quality of OCC’s systems and development processes\r\nSupervisory ResponsibilitiesNone\r\nQualificationsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.\r\n15+ years of software development experience\r\n10+ years of experience in Java based applications\r\n4+ years of experience with cloud and DevOps (AWS, EKS, Kubernetes, Docker, Rancher, Harness)\r\n4+ years of experience with CICD (Jenkins, JIRA, GIT)\r\n2+ years of experience with distributed applications\r\n2+ years of experience in application security tools\r\nExperience with technically leading teams\r\nExperience with Relational and non-relational DB\r\nExperience with Logging / monitoring frameworks and tools\r\nUnderstanding of IAM and secure coding practices (OWASP, Sysdig, Black Duck, Veracode)\r\nAbility to write clean, bug-free code that is easy to understand and easily maintainable ‘Get stuff done’ and flexible mindset for greater good of the organization\r\nIntellectually curious and eager to learn\r\nTechnical SkillsJava based software development experience\r\nWeb application development experience\r\nExperience working with four or more of the following: Unix/Linux environments, event-driven systems, transaction processing systems, distributed and parallel systems, large software system development, security software development, public-cloud platforms\r\nUnderstanding of functional programming, object-oriented design, industry best practices, software patterns, and architecture principles\r\nUnderstanding of the following types of testing: unit, integration, system, functional, non-functional, regression, performance, security, and acceptance\r\nUnderstanding of trouble shooting performance issues and multi-threaded development\r\nExperience with support and how to handle critical issues for prod like environments\r\nEducation and/or ExperienceBS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field required Masters preferred\r\nCertificates or LicensesNone\r\nAbout UsThe Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions. As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 23 exchanges and trading platforms. More information about OCC is available at www.theocc.com.\r\nBenefitsA hybrid work environment, up to 2 days per week of remote work\r\nTuition Reimbursement to support your continued education\r\nStudent Loan Repayment Assistance\r\nTechnology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotely\r\nGenerous PTO and Parental leave\r\n401k Employer Match\r\nCompetitive health benefits including medical, dental and vision\r\nVisit https://www.theocc.com/careers/thriving-together for more information\r\nCompensationSalary Range $172,700.00 - $286,800.00\r\nIncentive Range 23% to 30%\r\nThis position is eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award, for which the target range is listed above (see Incentive Range). The amount of such award, if any, will be based on various factors, including without limitation, both individual and company performance.\r\nAll employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Discretionary bonuses are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, company and individual performance and are not guaranteed.\r\nEqual Opportunity EmployerOCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.\r\nOCC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. OCC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, marital status, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Numerous studies have shown that people from certain groups are less likely than others to apply to jobs if they believe they do not meet 100% of the requirements. We encourage everyone to review our open positions and apply if you think your experience may be a match, even if you do not meet all of the qualifications. 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