Java Developer

McGregor Boyall; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment bank is seeking an experienced Java Developer for a 12-month contract in Glasgow. This hybrid role involves collaborating with a team to enhance the trading platform, leveraging skills in Java, SQL, and agile methodologies.

Qualifications

• Strong Java and Spring experience required.
• Proficiency in SQL with knowledge of Sybase or DB2 is essential.
• Understanding of message-based architectures is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a global team to build scalable systems.
• Support the global equity swaps business.
• Work on modernising the current trading platform.

Skills

Java (J2SE)

Spring

JUnit

JMS

SQL

Sybase

DB2

Unix/Linux scripting

Perl

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Interest in equity derivatives

Database performance tuning

Agile development

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Java Developer | Glasgow (hybrid) | 12-month Contract

Global investment bank is looking for an experienced Java Developer to join their Products IT Team in Glasgow. This front-office role supports the global equity swaps business, working on a project to modernise the current trading platform.

You will collaborate with a global team to build robust, scalable systems that solve complex problems at the intersectionof finance and technology.

Previous banking experience is beneficial but not essential.

• Strong Java (J2SE), Spring, JUnit, and JMS
• Proficient in SQL and experience with Sybase or DB2
• Unix/Linux scripting and some Perl knowledge
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Understanding of message-based architectures and object-oriented design
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Interest in learning the equity derivatives business
• Experience with database performance tuning
• Familiarity with equity derivative products
• Exposure to agile development environments

This is a 12-month contract offering hybrid working and a competitive day rate around £500 (inside ir35).

Apply today to be considered!

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.