Java Developer - Equities Swaps

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Java Developer specializing in Equities Swaps to join their team in Glasgow. This role involves enhancing critical business applications and requires strong Java skills, problem-solving abilities, and experience in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic setting and be eager to tackle new challenges.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in Java development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with financial systems and Equity Swaps is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance core Equity Swaps calculation engines.
• Write efficient code and deliver changes from idea to production.
• Participate in testing, including unit tests and UAT.

Skills

Core Java

Multi-threading

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Software testing methods

Linux

SQL proficiency

Message-based architectures

NoSQL databases

Python

Linux Shell scripting

Equity Swaps knowledge

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23.05.2025

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Job Description:

Greetings,

We have an immediate vacancy for a Java Developer - Equities Swaps with 7 years of experience at Synechron, based in Glasgow.

Job Role: Java Developer - Equities Swaps

Job Location: Glasgow

About Company:

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,700+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets. For more information on the company, please visit our website or LinkedIn community.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Synechron’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) program, Same Difference, was developed because we believe in a culture of listening, respect, and opportunity.

We each bring unique backgrounds, thoughts, talents, and experiences with us to work every day, and we know that by embracing them, we are creating an even greater Synechron. The best way to build a strong team is to value individual differences. So, it doesn’t matter where you’re from or what you’ve had to do to get here – if you have the skills, enthusiasm, and drive to make your mark, we’ll support you like we support each other. Choose a career with us and let’s pursue innovation, together.

Job Descriptions:

JOB PURPOSE :

The purpose of the Application Operations Lead role in Client is to oversee the operational management, performance, and continuous enhancement of enterprise applications. This role involves leading a team of application support engineers, coordinating with development and infrastructure teams, and ensuring high availability and performance of critical business systems. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a drive for continuous improvement and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

Position Description:

A senior consultant Java developer is required for a Tier 1 Investment Bank supporting the front-office Equity Swaps business area.

The core Equity Swaps calculation engines have recently been renovated into a real-time, event-driven, multi-service based architecture.

The candidate will join one of the core development squads. Typical work items might range from small business logic bug fixes to larger tasks to improve the data model efficiency, scale, stability, and resiliency of the system. Typical technologies include core Java, open-source libraries, relational and no-sql databases, as well as messaging systems. With high message volume, large data sets, and tight throughput requirements, writing efficient (but clear) code is very important.

We are looking for someone to own and deliver changes from idea to production. The candidate should possess good analytical skills, strong software engineering & computer science skills, a logical approach to problem solving, and be able to work in a fast-paced environment liaising with demanding stakeholders to understand complex requirements and prioritize work under pressure with minimal supervision. The candidate should be a problem solver at heart and bring positivity, enthusiasm, and a “can-do” attitude.

This is an exciting hands-on role for a self-starter who has a thirst for new challenges and technologies.

As part of the development cycle, you would be involved in testing your changes, including developing unit tests, automated integration tests, runbook development, and participating in comprehensive UAT, regression, and rollback tests. You would also be involved in the Level 3 regional production support rota shared among global developers.

The role requires flexibility and the ability to respond to a dynamic business environment. The candidate must be adaptable across multiple technologies and disciplines, focusing on delivering quality solutions timely.

Skills Required

• Deep understanding of core server-side Java with practical experience of multi-threading
• Ability to write quality solutions and avoid poor solutions and pitfalls
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Software testing methods
• Working knowledge of Linux
• Relational database experience, ideally with Sybase and/or DB2, and SQL proficiency
• Understanding message-based architectures (MQ, Pub Sub, Kafka, etc.)
• Full software development lifecycle experience in an enterprise setting
• Interest in understanding the business supported by the applications
• Flexibility and willingness to learn
• Experience with distributed NoSQL databases, ideally MongoDB
• Python and Linux Shell scripting
• Knowledge of the Equity Swaps and/or Equity Derivative business