Software Engineer (Java)

Job Description & Requirements • Senior Java Developer – Global Markets • 12 Months Contract - with a potential to extend Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Java Developer to join a Global Markets technology team on a 12-month contract. The role will spend approximately 80% of the time on hands-on programming and development activities , working on business-critical applications and shared technology platforms within a high-risk banking environment. The successful candidate will have strong Core Java development experience, with exposure to middle-tier services, messaging technologies and application integration. Global Markets or Capital Markets knowledge would be advantageous but is not mandatory. Key Responsibilities • Spend approximately 80% of the time on hands-on programming and development activities . • Develop, enhance, modify, and maintain applications within the Global Markets environment. • Collaborate with global teams to design and build new functionality on MuleSoft, TIBCO, and other shared platforms . • Interact directly with end users, compliance teams, and senior stakeholders to gather and define business requirements. • Manage technology solutions in a high-risk environment, leveraging banking domain and product knowledge. • Provide Level 3 production support for business-critical applications. • Work across multiple frameworks while maintaining strong software engineering standards. • Apply design patterns and software engineering best practices. • Adhere to Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Continuous Integration (CI) practices. • Work effectively within Scrum/Agile environments. • Manage multiple requests concurrently in a fast-paced and challenging environment. Required Technical Skills • 5+ years of software development experience , preferably within Financial Services or a related industry. • Strong Java development experience with extensive Core Java expertise. • Hands-on experience building middle-tier services . • Strong understanding of messaging frameworks and technologies, including:IBM MQKafkaJMS • Good knowledge of:RDBMSJDBCLinuxXMLIn-memory databases • Experience with software design patterns and engineering best practices. • Experience with SDLC automation tools such as:JenkinsGradleGitHubArtifactoryAnsible • Strong commitment to clean code principles . • Experience working with TDD and CI . • Experience working in Scrum/Agile environments. Good to Have • Knowledge of Mule ESB, TIBCO, and API integration . • Understanding of Capital Markets / Global Markets . • Good understanding of SWIFT messaging . • Experience with ReactJS, Elasticsearch, or AngularJS . • Understanding of functional programming concepts. • Experience working with banking products and business-critical applications. Key Competencies • Strong team player with excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills. • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. • Ability to support and influence platform development and clearly articulate technical designs and concepts. • Ability to interact effectively with end users, compliance teams and senior stakeholders. • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. • Ability to multitask and manage multiple requests concurrently. • Comfortable working in a fast-paced and challenging environment.