Lead Java Developer

We’re looking for a Senior Core Java Server-Side Developer to help build the next generation low-latency electronic trading platform for U.S. Treasuries, Interest Rate Swaps, and Futures. This is a greenfield development project—an exciting chance to design cutting-edge trading infrastructure from the ground up. You’ll work directly with trading desks, quants, and risk teams to deliver high-performance solutions that power real-time trading. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and love optimizing systems for speed, scalability, and throughput—this role is for you.

Req#: 955668898

Responsibilities

• Build and optimize real-time low-latency Java applications handling high-volume trade data

• Collaborate closely with traders, quantitative analysts and technology leads to craft mission-critical systems

• Design and implement robust, multi-threaded highly concurrent components

• Ensure top-notch code quality using modern CI/CD pipelines, testing automation and performance profiling tools

• Contribute to system architecture and design decisions that define the future of electronic trading at Mizuho

• Mentor team members and foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement

Requirements

• 5+ years of enterprise-level Core Java experience (JDK 11 or 17)

• Deep expertise in multi-threading, concurrency and event-driven development

• Proven success in designing low-latency high-throughput systems

• Strong understanding of performance tuning, memory optimization and network performance

Nice to have

• Experience with Spring Boot, Apache Camel (v3), REST APIs and JMS (ActiveMQ or similar)

• Database knowledge with MS SQL Server or Sybase

• Exposure to monitoring, distributed caching and state management in large-scale environments

• Background in Capital Markets and familiarity with RFQ workflows, TradeWeb, ION or Bloomberg integrations

We offer

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)

• Health Savings Account

• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)

• Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions

• Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection

• Accident Insurance

• Employee Discounts

• Pet Insurance

• Employee Stock Purchase Program

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.Engineer the Future with a Career at EPAM (

This posting includes a good faith range of the salary EPAM would reasonably expect to pay the selected candidate. The range provided reflects base salary only. Individual compensation offers within the range are based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to: geographic location, experience, credentials, education, training; the demand for the role; and overall business and labor market considerations. Most candidates are hired at a salary within the range disclosed. Salary range: $150,000 - $160,000. In addition, the details highlighted in this job posting above are a general description of all other expected benefits and compensation for the position.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

EPAM will not provide new H-1B visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates with existing transferable H-1B status may be considered.

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