Senior Java Developer

Solomon Page Group - Greenwich, CT

Full-time - Mid Level

Greenwich, CT

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About the position

Our client, a well-established FinTech, is looking to fill the role of Back End Senior Java Developer. The successful candidate will help design, develop, and maintain their Web API platform, which currently provides third parties, clients, and internal client-facing applications access to highly critical real-time services required for day-to-day operations. As a member of the Web portal team, you will help shape the platform's future and have various opportunities to grow. This is a hybrid role (three days in the office/two days remote).

Responsibilities

• Work with business and internal teams to add new features and interfaces as required.
• Write documentation units and regression tests for new interfaces.
• Write backend services and/or clients that will help expose internal services.
• Provide 3rd Level of support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Java Developer with expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Vert.x.
• Proficiency in using Git version control for code management and collaboration.
• Strong understanding of RESTful web services and experience in designing and implementing them.
• Experience with JUnit or other testing frameworks for writing unit and integration tests.
• Solid understanding of software development principles and best practices.
• Experience with WebSockets and real-time communication in a Java-based environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and within a team.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Continuous learning and staying up-to-date with the industry.
• Familiarity with cloud technologies (e.g., AWS) is a plus.
• Previous experience with agile development methodologies is a plus.
• Self-motivated and able to handle tasks with minimal supervision.
• Superb analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent collaboration and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Financial experience is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with cloud technologies (e.g., AWS) is a plus.
• Previous experience with agile development methodologies is a plus.
• Financial experience is a plus.