Lead Engineer, Applications Development

Raymond James; Saint Petersburg (FL); Hybrid; USD 142,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Raymond James is seeking a Lead Engineer, Applications Development to shape and deliver enterprise web applications. You will drive design, integrate microservices, and mentor teams while coordinating with stakeholders across functional areas.

The position requires strong Java skill, modern frontend expertise, and cloud/container experience, with a hybrid work arrangement and a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, Business, Engineering (any), or related.
• Five (5) years in any occupation with development, engineering, or related experience.
• Five (5) years in any occupation with development, engineering, or related experience must include: Developing Java based reliable and scalable enterprise web applications; Micro services architecture and enterprise integration design patterns; JavaScript, Typescript and functional programming;
• Java programming and object-oriented design and development;
• Scrum oriented Agile methodologies;
• Modern Front End UI development frameworks such as Angular, React; Relational databases such as Oracle and SQL Server;
• Spring Framework; IBM MQ and JMS based Message Oriented Middleware; Cloud Computing and Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

Responsibilities

• Analyzes complex system requirements and interfaces between components.
• Leads or participates in projects, assigns tasks, coordinates efforts, and monitors performance.
• Recommends new technologies and methodologies to management; stays current with new technologies.
• Participates in software testing and validation procedures, programming and documentation.
• Provides technical advice and solves programming problems; writes/reviews system specifications.
• Reviews test results, documents activities, and records remedial actions to prevent rework.

Skills

Java

JavaScript/TypeScript

Agile/Scrum

Frontend frameworks

Microservices

Cloud computing

Docker/Kubernetes

OO design

SQL/Relational DB

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Oracle

SQL Server

IBM MQ

JMS

Job description

Lead Engineer, Applications Development

Duties

• Analyzes complex system requirements, including identifying program interactions and appropriate interfaces between impacted components and sub systems.
• Makes recommendations towards the development of new code or to reuse of existing code.
• Leads or participates in assigned projects, including assigning tasks, coordinating efforts, and monitoring performance.
• May recommend new technologies and methodologies to management for meeting business needs, resolving problems and exploiting opportunities. Remains current with new technologies.
• Participates in software system testing and validation procedures, programming and documentation.
• Provides technical advice and assists in solving programming problems. Writes and/or reviews system specifications, including output requirements and flow charts.
• Reviews test results; documents test activities, and records remedial actions. Ensures proper analysis of problems and programming approaches to prevent rework and schedule slippage.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, Business, Engineering (any), or related.
• Five (5) years in any occupation with development, engineering, or related experience.
• Five (5) years in any occupation with development, engineering, or related experience must include:
• Developing Java based reliable and scalable enterprise web applications; Micro services architecture and enterprise integration design patterns; JavaScript, Typescript and functional programming;
• Java programming and object-oriented design and development;
• Scrum oriented Agile methodologies;
• Modern Front End UI development frameworks such as Angular, React; Relational databases such as Oracle and SQL Server;
• Spring Framework; IBM MQ and JMS based Message Oriented Middleware; Cloud Computing and Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

Salary

$157,851 per year

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Hybrid

Benefits

The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.

Company Culture

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm’s core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.

We Expect Our Associates At All Levels To

• Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
• Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
• Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
• Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
• Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.