Job Advertisement: Senior Java Engineer - Financial Software House
Location: Belfast (3 days a week in the office)
Recruiter: VANRATH
Salary: Competitive (Above Market Rate)
About the Role: VANRATH is partnering with a leading Financial Software House based in Belfast to recruit an experienced Senior Java Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented Java engineer to work on complex, high-impact systems within the fast-paced financial services sector. You will have the chance to work on cutting-edge financial technologies, with a focus on building scalable and secure applications that support global financial markets.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the development of high-performance, scalable Java-based applications within the financial services space.
* Design and implement robust backend solutions, ensuring reliability, performance, and scalability.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including front-end developers, product managers, and architects to deliver high-quality software.
* Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.
* Perform code reviews to ensure coding standards and best practices are adhered to.
* Troubleshoot, debug, and optimise applications to improve performance and user experience.
* Take ownership of key components of the software stack, ensuring they are well-designed, maintainable, and fully aligned with business needs.
* Mentor junior developers and contribute to their professional development.
* Stay updated with the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies to continuously improve development practices.
What You'll Need:
* Proven experience as a Senior Java Engineer or similar role with a strong background in Java development.
* In-depth knowledge of Java frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, or similar.
* Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns.
* Strong experience in developing enterprise-scale applications with a focus on performance, scalability, and security.
* Experience with databases (SQL and NoSQL) and data integration.
* Hands-on experience with cloud technologies (preferably AWS or Azure) and containerisation tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
* Familiarity with financial services or a related domain is a significant advantage.
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers in a collaborative team environment.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
Why Join?
* Work with a prestigious financial software house on cutting-edge projects.
* Hybrid working - 3 days a week in the Belfast office with the flexibility for remote work.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to work with the latest technologies and solve complex engineering challenges in a rapidly evolving industry.
* Supportive, inclusive, and growth-oriented culture.
* Great opportunities for professional development and career progression.
If you're a Senior Java Engineer with a passion for financial technology and want to make an impact in the industry, VANRATH would love to hear from you!
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