Java Front End Developer

Senior Java Front Office Software DeveloperLocation: Hybrid - New York City, NY (2-3 days a week onsite)Job Type: ContractInterview Mode: Video (initial rounds) + Mandatory Face-to-Face (F2F) Final Round with Coding TestRole Overview: We are seeking a 100% hands-on Senior Front Office Java Developer to work directly on the trading desk. This is a business-facing role requiring daily collaboration with traders, quants, and risk management teams to develop and enhance high-performance trading platforms.Required Skills (Must Have):10+ years of professional software development experience.Strong expertise in Core Java (Backend focus with ~20% Frontend work).Deep understanding of Equities and Equity Derivatives (Loans, Collateral, Margins, Lending).Experience with FIX Protocol and trading workflows.Hands-on experience developing Trading Platforms (OMS, Stockloan, or Market Data systems).Front Office experience (working directly on a trading desk with traders).Proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS (Vue.js is a plus).Experience with Time-series data and Pricing Strategies.Local to NYC (Ability to attend onsite F2F interview and work hybrid schedule).Key Responsibilities:Develop, test, and maintain robust trading applications in a fast-paced environment.Collaborate with business users (Traders/Sales) to translate complex needs into technical solutions.Work on both Greenfield and Brownfield projects across application and shared services layers.Apply quantitative modeling and P&L calculation logic to pricing engines.Nice to Have:Python scripting for automation or data analysis.Experience with Quod (OMS) or Murex.Background in quantitative modeling, specifically in volatility.Education:Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Finance, or a related field.