Senior Java Developer – Prime Services Securities Finance
Job Title: Senior Java Developer – Prime Services Securities Finance Location: New York City, NY (Hybrid – 3 Days/Week Onsite) Duration: Long-Term ContractJob Summaryseeking an experienced Senior Java Developer to join the Securities Finance Technology Team.The selected candidate will play a key role in designing and developing a next-generation automated locates platform, supporting critical securities lending and prime services operations. This role requires strong expertise in Java-based enterprise applications, distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud-native technologies.The ideal candidate should have experience building scalable, high-performance systems in financial services environments with strong knowledge of messaging systems, caching technologies, relational databases, and AWS cloud services.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop a scalable, high-performance automated locates platform for securities finance operationsBuild distributed systems and enterprise-grade applications using Java and Spring frameworksDevelop microservices-based applications leveraging container technologies such as Docker and KubernetesIntegrate applications with messaging systems and caching technologies for real-time processingDesign and optimize SQL queries and relational database structures for high-volume transactional systemsImplement cloud-native solutions using AWS servicesCollaborate with business, QA, DevOps, and operations teams for seamless platform integrationParticipate in Agile development processes, code reviews, and CI/CD implementationEnsure application scalability, reliability, security, and performance optimizationRequired QualificationsStrong hands-on experience in:Core JavaSpring Framework / Spring BootDistributed Systems DevelopmentMicroservices ArchitectureExperience with:Docker and KubernetesRedis cachingMessaging systems such as Kafka, MQ, SQS, and SNSStrong SQL and relational database experience:MS SQL ServerMySQLDatabase design and optimizationExperience with Agile and DevOps tools:JiraBitbucketBambooCI/CD pipelinesExperience using AI-assisted developer tools such as:GitHub CopilotClaudeStrong understanding of scalable, high-throughput, and low-latency systemsPreferred QualificationsExperience with Python developmentFamiliarity with:Apache AirflowSnowflakeAWS EKSAWS ECSAmazon S3Securities Finance or Prime Brokerage domain experienceExperience working in financial services or capital markets environmentsSoft SkillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and collaboration abilitiesAbility to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholdersStrong verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiencesSelf-motivated and capable of working in fast-paced environments