Raymond James
Principal Engineer, Java Development (Trading)
Raymond James, St. Petersburg, Florida, United States, 33739
Principal Engineer, Java Development (Trading)
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Raymond James
We are seeking a hands‑on, technically exceptional Principal Engineer to join our high‑performing Trading Services engineering team. This is a unique opportunity to architect and deliver world‑class services that power the mission‑critical trading applications empowering Raymond James financial advisors and driving innovation in the financial services industry.
Join us if you thrive in fast‑paced environments, champion clean, modular architecture, write production‑grade code, optimize complex systems, mentor engineers, and drive innovation through secure, resilient, and high‑performance software solutions.
Job Description Hybrid work style policy: Expected to be in a Raymond James office location a minimum of 10–12 days a month.
This role is not eligible for Work Visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future.
Responsibilities
Write production‑grade code and enforce engineering best practices through hands‑on leadership
Architect and implement resilient, high‑throughput microservices using Java and Spring Boot
Drive containerization strategy and deployment modernization using Docker and Kubernetes
Design and optimize event‑driven architectures leveraging JMS, IBM MQ, and Kafka
Implement advanced caching strategies with Ignite and Redis for low‑latency performance
Optimize data persistence with Oracle and NoSQL databases using JPA/Hibernate and performance tuning techniques
Apply generative AI to enhance application intelligence and accelerate developer workflows
Establish robust observability frameworks using Datadog, Dynatrace, and Splunk for proactive monitoring
Collaborate in Agile environments to deliver scalable, high‑quality software solutions
Mentor engineers, conduct rigorous code reviews, and influence technical strategy and architecture
Provide production support during releases and incident resolution
Continuously evaluate and adopt emerging technologies to maintain technical leadership
Skills & Qualifications
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills
Proven ability to lead complex technical initiatives and shape architectural strategy
Deep expertise in Java, Spring Framework, and designing scalable microservices architectures
Strong understanding of RESTful API design principles and event‑driven system patterns
Proven understanding of Java concurrency, including thread management, synchronization, and performance tuning, with in‑depth knowledge of JVM internals (garbage collection, memory management, runtime profiling)
Proficiency in messaging systems such as JMS and Kafka, including message‑driven design and integration
Hands‑on experience with containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes
Extensive experience with Oracle databases, including schema design and integration via JPA, JDBC, and Hibernate
Solid grasp of Agile methodologies (TFS), source control (Git), CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins), and DevOps practices
Preferred Qualifications
Background in financial services domains such as trading or wealth management is highly desirable
Hands‑on experience with generative AI tools, including OpenAI ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and GitHub Copilot
Working knowledge of monitoring and observability platforms such as Datadog, Dynatrace, and Splunk
Expertise in API management using Apigee for secure, scalable integrations
Practical experience deploying and managing applications on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Education Bachelor’s in Computer and Information Science (Required); Bachelor’s in Information Technology; Master’s in Computer and Information Science.
Work Experience General Experience – 10 to 15 years; Manager Experience – 6 to 10 years.
Travel None required.
Workstyle Hybrid.
At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client‑first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long‑term view.
We Expect Our Associates At All Levels To:
Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.
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Principal Engineer, Java Development (Trading)
role at
Raymond James
We are seeking a hands‑on, technically exceptional Principal Engineer to join our high‑performing Trading Services engineering team. This is a unique opportunity to architect and deliver world‑class services that power the mission‑critical trading applications empowering Raymond James financial advisors and driving innovation in the financial services industry.
Join us if you thrive in fast‑paced environments, champion clean, modular architecture, write production‑grade code, optimize complex systems, mentor engineers, and drive innovation through secure, resilient, and high‑performance software solutions.
Job Description Hybrid work style policy: Expected to be in a Raymond James office location a minimum of 10–12 days a month.
This role is not eligible for Work Visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future.
Responsibilities
Write production‑grade code and enforce engineering best practices through hands‑on leadership
Architect and implement resilient, high‑throughput microservices using Java and Spring Boot
Drive containerization strategy and deployment modernization using Docker and Kubernetes
Design and optimize event‑driven architectures leveraging JMS, IBM MQ, and Kafka
Implement advanced caching strategies with Ignite and Redis for low‑latency performance
Optimize data persistence with Oracle and NoSQL databases using JPA/Hibernate and performance tuning techniques
Apply generative AI to enhance application intelligence and accelerate developer workflows
Establish robust observability frameworks using Datadog, Dynatrace, and Splunk for proactive monitoring
Collaborate in Agile environments to deliver scalable, high‑quality software solutions
Mentor engineers, conduct rigorous code reviews, and influence technical strategy and architecture
Provide production support during releases and incident resolution
Continuously evaluate and adopt emerging technologies to maintain technical leadership
Skills & Qualifications
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills
Proven ability to lead complex technical initiatives and shape architectural strategy
Deep expertise in Java, Spring Framework, and designing scalable microservices architectures
Strong understanding of RESTful API design principles and event‑driven system patterns
Proven understanding of Java concurrency, including thread management, synchronization, and performance tuning, with in‑depth knowledge of JVM internals (garbage collection, memory management, runtime profiling)
Proficiency in messaging systems such as JMS and Kafka, including message‑driven design and integration
Hands‑on experience with containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes
Extensive experience with Oracle databases, including schema design and integration via JPA, JDBC, and Hibernate
Solid grasp of Agile methodologies (TFS), source control (Git), CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins), and DevOps practices
Preferred Qualifications
Background in financial services domains such as trading or wealth management is highly desirable
Hands‑on experience with generative AI tools, including OpenAI ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and GitHub Copilot
Working knowledge of monitoring and observability platforms such as Datadog, Dynatrace, and Splunk
Expertise in API management using Apigee for secure, scalable integrations
Practical experience deploying and managing applications on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Education Bachelor’s in Computer and Information Science (Required); Bachelor’s in Information Technology; Master’s in Computer and Information Science.
Work Experience General Experience – 10 to 15 years; Manager Experience – 6 to 10 years.
Travel None required.
Workstyle Hybrid.
At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client‑first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long‑term view.
We Expect Our Associates At All Levels To:
Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.
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