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Lead Java Software Engineer

Burtch Works, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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A leading financial technology firm is searching for an experienced Java software engineer to spearhead development efforts for enterprise-scale risk systems. This individual will join a high-impact technology team dedicated to building robust, real-time financial applications. The firm supports mission-critical infrastructure for global derivatives markets and operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Job Summary The selected candidate will play a key role in designing and enhancing distributed systems that support real-time analytics, risk assessment, and workflow automation. They will work across internal teams to translate complex business logic into high-performance applications, and will serve as a technical mentor to team members. Key Responsibilities Architect and implement Java-based services for high-throughput financial platforms Lead the delivery of backend systems that power price, risk, and portfolio workflows Translate user requirements into efficient, scalable technical solutions Support full software lifecycle from design through deployment and production support Guide technical direction of the team and review peer contributions Ensure code quality, test coverage, and documentation standards Requirements

: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline (or equivalent experience) 10+ years in backend Java development, with at least 3 in a technical leadership role Deep familiarity with Spring, Hibernate/JPA, and integration frameworks such as Apache Camel Solid experience with SQL (Oracle or similar), database design, and query optimization Exposure to asynchronous messaging systems (Kafka, JMS, WebSockets) Experience building cloud-native applications or working in containerized environments Proven ability to mentor junior developers and lead solution design discussions Preferred Qualifications: Understanding of financial instruments, especially derivatives or credit risk Familiarity with pricing models, portfolio margining, or risk analytics Exposure to platforms using Kubernetes, OpenShift, or Tanzu Proficiency in performance tuning and load testing of distributed systems Full-time, permanent position (no C2C) Onsite in major financial hub (relocation support available) Competitive base salary and bonus structure Apply for this job

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Lead Java Software Engineer

Atlanta, GA

Type Permanent Pay Rate Salary $180000 - $200000 Job Title:

Lead Java Software Engineer Location:

Atlanta, GA Onsite Direct Hire, Full-time $180-200K + 20% Sponsorship Available Lump Sum Relocation Position Overview A leading financial technology firm is searching for an experienced Java software engineer to spearhead development efforts for enterprise-scale risk systems. This individual will join a high-impact technology team dedicated to building robust, real-time financial applications. The firm supports mission-critical infrastructure for global derivatives markets and operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Job Summary The selected candidate will play a key role in designing and enhancing distributed systems that support real-time analytics, risk assessment, and workflow automation. They will work across internal teams to translate complex business logic into high-performance applications, and will serve as a technical mentor to team members. Key Responsibilities Architect and implement Java-based services for high-throughput financial platforms Lead the delivery of backend systems that power price, risk, and portfolio workflows Translate user requirements into efficient, scalable technical solutions Support full software lifecycle from design through deployment and production support Guide technical direction of the team and review peer contributions Ensure code quality, test coverage, and documentation standards Requirements

: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline (or equivalent experience) 10+ years in backend Java development, with at least 3 in a technical leadership role Deep familiarity with Spring, Hibernate/JPA, and integration frameworks such as Apache Camel Solid experience with SQL (Oracle or similar), database design, and query optimization Exposure to asynchronous messaging systems (Kafka, JMS, WebSockets) Experience building cloud-native applications or working in containerized environments Proven ability to mentor junior developers and lead solution design discussions Preferred Qualifications: Understanding of financial instruments, especially derivatives or credit risk Familiarity with pricing models, portfolio margining, or risk analytics Exposure to platforms using Kubernetes, OpenShift, or Tanzu Proficiency in performance tuning and load testing of distributed systems Additional Details: Full-time, permanent position (no C2C) Onsite in major financial hub (relocation support available) Competitive base salary and bonus structure Apply for this job

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