Lead Java Engineer

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London seeks a Lead Developer to enhance in-house development. You will design and implement Java-based applications, collaborate with teams, and mentor junior members. Strong expertise in derivatives and client interactions are essential. This position offers a competitive salary, private medical insurance, and various attractive perks.

Benefits

Private Medical

25 days holiday plus BHS

10% Pension

10% Bonus

Free drinks and snacks in the office!

Qualifications

• Experience in the Derivatives market is essential.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior team members.
• Hands-on model development experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of Java-based applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyse requirements.
• Ensure the scalability, performance, and reliability of software solutions.

Skills

Java

Strong communication

APIs and Integrations

Modelling financial products and processes

Dealt with clients or stakeholders

Tools

Python

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is within the Financial sector, specifically Derivatives and they are looking for a Lead Developer to join the team. The company is based in Central London and they go the office 3 to 4 times a week.

Job Description

Our client is looking to bring more development in house from their outsourcing businesses and is looking for 2 new people to join their team of 5. Day to day of the role will include:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of Java-based applications and systems.
• Help to plan future development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyse requirements.
• Ensure the scalability, performance, and reliability of software solutions.
• Mentor and guide junior team members to enhance their technical skills.
• Deal with a variety of clients.
• Work alongside the outsourcing partners
• Maintain and improve existing systems by identifying and fixing bugs or implementing enhancements.
• Keep updated with the latest Java technologies and integrate them into projects as needed.
• Prepare technical documentation to support solutions and team processes.
• Contribute to the strategic planning of technology initiatives within the organisation.

The Successful Applicant

Must haves:

• Java
• Worked in the Derivatives market
• Strong communication
• Dealt with clients or stakeholders
• Modelling financial products and processes
• APIs and Integrations

Nice to haves:

• Python
• Worked in derivatives product classes
• Hands on model development experience
• Experience with collateral malmanagement
• Worked with regulatory processes

What\'s on Offer

• Private Medical
• 25 days holiday plus BHS
• 10% Pension
• 10% Bonus
• Free drinks and snacks in the office!