Senior Java Engineer

Senior Java Developer Our Client, a leading organisation in the capital markets and finance domain, is seeking a highly skilled Java Developer to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, cutting-edge environment, leveraging your expertise in Java and associated technologies to deliver innovative solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable applications using Java and Spring Boot frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyse requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Build and optimise cloud-based solutions leveraging AWS services for scalability and reliability. Implement messaging solutions using technologies like Kafka or MQ, ensuring efficient data streaming and communication. Develop and manage database solutions, working extensively with SQL and Relational Database Management Systems (RDMS). Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, adhering to best practices and industry standards. Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve technical issues to maintain application performance and uptime. Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously enhance systems and processes. Essential Skills & Experience Proven professional experience as a Java Developer in the capital markets/finance domain. Strong expertise in Java and Spring Boot, with a solid understanding of object-oriented programming and design principles. Proficiency with AWS cloud services, including deployment and monitoring. Hands-on experience with messaging technologies such as Kafka or MQ. Advanced skills in SQL and RDMS, with a focus on query optimisation and database design. Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a focus on delivering high-quality, efficient solutions. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team. Desirable Skills Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI. Experience in performance tuning and scalability of enterprise applications. Knowledge of microservices architecture and containerisation using Docker and Kubernetes. Why Join Our Client? Work on cutting-edge projects within the capital markets and finance domain. Be part of a collaborative and innovative team focused on excellence and growth. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance. There is a hybrid working arrangement in the business. For more information contact Aaron Somers at Ocho by applying here or a message on LinkedIn Skills: software development java development software engineering Benefits: Work From Home bonus pension healthcare