Senior Java/Scala Developer

Responsibilities

Design and develop high-quality software components for the global trading platform using Java, Scala, and related technologies

Contribute to all areas of the software development lifecycle including planning, design, development, testing, implementation, and support

Contribute to continuous improvement of processes, product development, product quality and technology

Contribute to the overall progress of the team and the firm; ensure timely delivery of quality software

Serve as third-tier support for production issues and related support needs.

Skills and Experience

7+ years of experience in development of equity products in a global financial services company or vendor using Java in latency-sensitive environments

Experience and knowledge of equity products and instruments including FIX protocol and market data

Proficiency with computer technologies including Linux, SQL/NoSQL, Messaging & Distributed Systems

Strong multi-threading and network programming experience

Knowledge of equity market structure, order handling and electronic trading

Strategic thinking, analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Expertise in any of the following preferred: Scala, C++, Solace, NoSQL, Functional Programming, Kafka, Flink/Spark, MongoDB

Ability to work as part of a team or independently, communicate effectively at all organizational levels with written and verbal communication skills

Experience using Scala or willingness to learn!