Java Spark Developer (Contract to Perm)
Location: Canary Wharf, London - 3 days onsite
Contract Type: Contract to Perm (inside IR35 via umbrella)
Are you a skilled Java Spark Developer with a passion for big data processing? Our client, a leading player in the finance domain, is looking for a talented individual to join their team in Canary Wharf, London. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your expertise in Core Java and Apache Spark will make a significant impact.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and optimise scalable Java Spark-based data pipelines for processing and analysing large-scale financial data.
* Design and implement distributed computing solutions for risk modelling, pricing, and regulatory compliance.
* Ensure efficient data storage and retrieval using Big Data technologies.
* Implement best practises for Spark performance tuning, including partitioning, caching, and memory management.
* Maintain high code quality through testing, CI/CD pipelines, and version control (Git, Jenkins).
* Work on batch processing frameworks for market risk analytics.
Qualifications & Skills:
* 7+ years of software development experience, with at least 3 years specialising in Java Spark and big data frameworks.
* Strong proficiency in Python and Java Spark, with a solid understanding of core Spark concepts (RDDs, DataFrames, Spark Streaming, etc.).
* Experience in financial markets, risk management, and knowledge of financial instruments.
* Familiarity with market risk concepts, including VaR, Greeks, scenario analysis, and stress testing.
* Hands-on experience with Hadoop and Spark.
* Proficient in Git, Jenkins, and CI/CD pipelines.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong mathematical and analytical mindset, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced financial environment.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference in the finance domain, we want to hear from you! Please send your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to our recruitment team.
Join us in shaping the future of financial analytics with cutting-edge technology!
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