Lead Associate Principal, Software Engineering: Java

The Options Clearing Corporation; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment up to 2 days/​

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment assistance

Technology stipend for remote work

Generous PTO and parental leave

401k employer match

Health benefits (medical, dental, vis​

Job summary

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is seeking a skilled software engineer to contribute to the design and delivery of high-speed, data-centric solutions in a hybrid Chicago-area environment. You will work within an Agile framework, analyze requirements, develop and test software, and ensure architecture and security standards are met.

Ideal candidates bring strong Java and big data skills, experience with distributed frameworks like Flink and Spark, and hands-on practice with cloud services

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience with Java and data-centric systems.
• Experience with distributed frameworks (Flink, Spark, Kafka).
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, GCP).
• Experience with automated testing and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of various databases (Relational, NoSQL, Graph).
• Familiarity with Git workflows and DevOps tooling.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of big data applications in an Agile framework.
• Analyze requirements, develop, test, and document software quality.
• Follow SDLC procedures ensuring quality, security, and performance.
• Perform risk analysis and suggest quality improvements.
• Assist Production Support with system functionality fixes.
• Communicate delays or defects clearly to teams and management.
• Resolve security vulnerabilities.

Skills

Java

Big data

Distributed computing

Cloud technologies

Testing practices

REST API

DevOps practices

Education

BS in Computer Science

MS in Computer Science

Tools

Flink

Apache Spark

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Amazon Kinesis

Terraform

Jenkins

Kubernetes

SpringBoot

Git workflows

Splunk

ElasticSearch

Prometheus

Job description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the application development of big data application for business requirements in agreed architecture framework and Agile environment.
• Thoroughly analyzes requirements, develops, tests, and documents software quality to ensure proper implementation.
• Follows agreed upon SDLC procedures to ensure that all information system products and services meet: both explicit and implicit quality standards, end-user functional requirements, architectural standards, performance requirements, audit requirements, security rules are upheld, and external facing reporting is properly represented.
• Performs application and project risk analysis and recommends quality improvements.
• Assists Production Support by providing advice on system functionality and fixes as required.
• Communicates in a clear and concise manner all time delays or defects in the software immediately to appropriate team members and management.
• Experience with resolving security vulnerabilities.

Qualifications

• [Required] 5+ year of experience in building high speed, data-centric solutions
• [Required] 5+ years of experience in Java
• [Required] Experience with high speed distributed computing frameworks like FLINK, Apache Spark, Kafka Streams, etc
• [Required] Experience with distributed message brokers like Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, Amazon Kinesis, etc.
• [Required] Experience with cloud technologies and migrations. Experience preferred with AWS foundational services like VPCs, Security groups, EC2, RDS, S3 ACLs, KMS, AWS CLI and IAM etc
• [Required] Experience developing and delivering technical solutions using public cloud service providers like Amazon, Google
• [Required] Experience writing unit and integration tests with testing frameworks like Junit, Citrus
• [Required] Experience working with various types of databases like Relational, NoSQL, Object-based, Graph
• [Required] Experience following Git workflows
• [Required] Working knowledge of DevOps tools like Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Helm and CI/CD pipeline etc
• [Required] Familiarity with monitoring related tools and frameworks like Splunk, ElasticSearch, Prometheus, AppDynamics
• [Preferred] Deep understanding to troubleshoot performance and multi-threaded issues
• [Preferred] Experience with performance optimization and profiling

Technical Skills

• [Required] Java-based software development experience, including deep understanding of Java fundamentals like Memory Model, Data structures, Concurrency and Multithreading
• [Required] Fluent in object-oriented design, industry best practices, software patterns, and architecture principles
• [Required] Strong testing experience which includes developing test plans, automated test cases, and working with test frameworks
• [Preferred] Deep understanding to troubleshoot performance and multi-threaded issues
• [Preferred] Experience with performance optimization and profiling
• [Required] Experience working with two or more of the following: Unix/Linux environments, event-driven systems, transaction processing systems, distributed and parallel systems, large software system development, security software development, public-cloud platforms
• [Required] Hands-on experience with Java version 8 onwards, Spring, SpringBoot, Microservices, REST API

Education and/or Experience

• [Required] BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field required
• [Preferred] MS in Computer Science

Certificates or Licenses

• [Preferred] OCP Java SE 8 Programmer Certification
• [Preferred] AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate Level

About Us

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions. As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 23 exchanges and trading platforms. More information about OCC is available at www.theocc.com.

Benefits

• A hybrid work environment, up to 2 days per week of remote work
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your continued education
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Technology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotely
• Generous PTO and Parental leave
• 401k Employer Match
• Competitive health benefits including medical, dental and vision

Compensation

Salary Range $136,000.00 - $222,800.00

Incentive Range 8% to 15%: This position is eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award, for which the target range is listed above (see Incentive Range). The amount of such award, if any, will be based on various factors, including without limitation, both individual and company performance.

All employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Discretionary bonuses are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, company and individual performance and are not guaranteed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

OCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. OCC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. OCC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, marital status, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Numerous studies have shown that people from certain groups are less likely than others to apply to jobs if they believe they do not meet 100% of the requirements. We encourage everyone to review our open positions and apply if you think your experience may be a match, even if you do not meet all of the qualifications. Your perspective may be an element we need to continue building innovative solutions to support the markets and market participants we serve.