IT - Java Developer

Aquent; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Paid sick leave

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Aquent in Ann Arbor, MI is seeking a skilled Java technologist for an on-site role focused on financial technology solutions. You will architect and deliver robust Java applications, integrating APIs and frameworks to support millions of users and a high-performance platform.

Join a forward-looking team dedicated to secure, reliable tech, with agile practices and a culture of continuous improvement. This is a hands-on role shaping the technology stack and business outcomes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with core Java on client and server sides.
• Strong OO analysis and design, distributed systems, and data handling.
• Experience with agile, test-driven development and collaboration.
• Experience building APIs and software frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-performance Java applications.
• Contribute to design and architecture of distributed systems for scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.
• Apply knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and GoF patterns.
• Develop APIs and frameworks powering the platform.
• Participate in agile development and CI/CD processes.
• Work with core business logic to enhance functionality.

Skills

Core Java

OOA/OOD

Distributed systems

Agile methodologies

APIs/Frameworks

TDD

CI/CD tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

CI/CD tools

Job description

This is an on-site role in Ann Arbor, MI. Pay Range: $50/hr – $55/hr

Join our dynamic team and become a pivotal force in shaping the future of our financial technology solutions. Your expertise will directly impact the development of cutting-edge applications, contributing to a seamless and robust experience for our users and driving innovation within a leading financial institution.

We are a forward-thinking financial services organization, dedicated to empowering individuals and institutions through innovative technology. Our mission is to provide secure, reliable, and high-performance platforms that enable our clients to achieve their financial goals. We pride ourselves on a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and technological excellence, making a significant impact on the financial landscape.

Aquent is proud to partner with this industry leader to bring top talent to their teams.

Are you ready to elevate your career and make a tangible difference? We are seeking a passionate and skilled technologist to join our core development team. In this role, you won’t just write code; you’ll architect solutions that power critical financial applications, influencing millions of users and contributing to the strategic direction of our technology stack. This is an incredible opportunity to leverage your Java expertise in a high-impact environment, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in financial technology.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain robust, high-performance applications using core Java technologies.
• Contribute to the design and architecture of distributed systems, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.
• Apply strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns to solve complex problems.
• Participate in agile development processes, including test-driven development.
• Work with core business logic to enhance application functionality.
• Develop and evolve APIs and frameworks that drive our platform.

What You’ll Bring

• 3+ Years of experience with core Java (both client and server side).
• 3+ Years Experience with Object-Oriented Analysis/Design (OOA/OOD), distributed systems/software, real-time processing, relational database systems, and messaging systems.
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms and design patterns (GoF).
• Experience with agile, test-driven development.
• Experience with rich UI frameworks or similar APIs.
• Experience with application development frameworks.
• Experience with Unix/Linux, Windows, and Mac operating systems.
• Experience with build, deploy and test automation tools.
• Demonstrated experience working with core business logic within applications.
• Experience in developing APIs and Frameworks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent discipline.
• Candidates must not require sponsorship.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience development on a downloadable desktop application.
• Experience with concurrency & multi-threading.
• Experience with scaling, Java Garbage Collection, and performance tuning.
• Working knowledge of finance and/or trading domain.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match.

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.