Java/Data Developer

Salary: $58,000 - 75,000 per year Requirements:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent university education and experience; a masters degree is preferred.
• Expert-level knowledge of Java, Spring Boot, microservices, object-oriented programming, and design patterns.
• Hands-on full-stack Java experience with React and large data volumes.
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns.
• Extensive experience building highly scalable, high-performance platforms for data computation and processing.
• Knowledge of containerized deployments and cloud-native architecture.
• Familiarity with Agile development and DevOps best practices.
• Experience with caching technologies such as Pinot or Redis, and with relational and/or document-oriented databases.
• Strong working knowledge of Linux/Unix environments and scripting.
• Ability to turn business and analytical needs into efficient technical solutions.
• Ability to mentor junior colleagues, influence technical direction, and manage multiple initiatives concurrently.
• Typically, 8 or more years of relevant experience developing production-grade, large-scale systems, including substantial Java backend development and distributed-systems design.
• Financial services experience, particularly in Market Risk or FinTech.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, initiative, and the ability to drive projects independently.
• Ability to align technology with business objectives and regulatory needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Lead hands-on technical design and implementation of key components of our Market Risk platform.
• Communicate with product leads across our technology organization and identify ways to improve current and future solutions.
• Build scalable, high-performance computing solutions for market risk calculations and analysis.
• Implement containerized deployments and integrate modern data platforms, such as Snowflake, for cloud-based processing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and global colleagues to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Optimize risk data pipelines to improve efficiency and response times.
• Work with Risk, Model Governance, and Compliance stakeholders to implement regulatory requirements accurately in market risk technology.
• Contribute to timely, efficient product delivery in an Agile environment.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers on the squad.

• Backend
• Cloud
• DevOps
• Java
• Linux
• React
• Redis
• Snowflake
• Spring
• Spring Boot
• Unix
• microservices
• AI

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We are seeking a Java/Data Developer for a contract assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in Rutherford or Jersey City, New Jersey. At SGA, we provide technology and resource solutions through a personal, boutique approach. As a women-owned business, we match consultants to more than 1,000 engagements each year and value customer service, employee development, quality, and integrity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation.

last updated 41 week of 2026