Senior Java Developer

Senior Java Developer Location: Glasgow, UK (Hybrid - 1 Day a week) Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week) About the Role Are you a seasoned Java professional looking to make a significant impact in a cutting-edge, global technology team? We're seeking a Senior Java Developer to join our dynamic front-office platform team, where your code will power market-leading business systems. You'll work in a complex, real-time, Linux-based environment, tackling challenges from high-volume event processing to data-driven decision-making. This role is not just about writing code-it's about fueling innovation and supporting exponential business growth. What You'll Do Innovate & Develop: Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and secure Java applications that drive our business forward. Build Microservices: Architect robust microservices using Spring Boot and integrate asynchronous processing using Kafka or Message Queues. Database Design: Optimize both NoSQL (MongoDB) and relational databases by designing efficient schemas and writing complex SQL queries. Quality & Ownership: Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code accompanied by unit and integration tests using Junit. Take full ownership of feature development, from concept to production. Collaborate: While you'll thrive working independently, you'll also collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex technical challenges and ensure seamless integration across systems. Your Profile Essential Skills & Experience: Java Expertise: Strong background in Java Server-side development with a focus on concurrent programming and core Spring Boot. Testing & Quality: Experience in writing tests using Junit and other frameworks to ensure robust, error-free code. Messaging Systems: Familiarity with message-based architectures (e.g., MQ/Kafka) to handle asynchronous processing. Database Proficiency: Hands-on experience with RDBMS such as Sybase and/or DB2 and writing complex SQL queries. Scripting & Automation: Proficiency in Unix/Linux scripting (Shell/Python) to support development and operations. Problem Solver: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with an understanding of the complete software development lifecycle. Communication: Strong written and oral communication skills with a keen interest in understanding the business behind the code. Desirable Skills & Experience: NoSQL Know-How: Experience with MongoDB. Domain Knowledge: An understanding of the Equity Derivative business. Cloud Technologies: Experience with cloud platforms like Azure or AWS. Cutting-Edge Tech: Familiarity with technologies such as Kafka, IBM MQ, Snowflake, or high-performance data caching solutions. Interview Process (3 Rounds) 1st Round Peer to Peer Coding 2nd and 3rd Round Technical Evaluations ADZN1_UKTJ

Location: Glasgow, GB

Posted Date: 5/10/2025