Senior Java Developer

Matlen Silver; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Matlen Silver seeks a Senior Java/Python Developer to support a strategic Fundamental Review of the Trading Book (FRTB) initiative within a global banking environment. The ideal candidate has hands-on Java and/or Python, strong SQL, and experience with complex data models and data-intensive enterprise applications.

You will quickly understand existing applications, work independently, and contribute to fast-paced project deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Strong hands-on development with Java or Python; experience with both is preferred.
• Solid SQL skills and experience with relational databases.
• Experience with complex data models and data-intensive enterprise apps.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain applications supporting FRTB, regulatory, and risk management initiatives.
• Develop scalable and high-performance solutions using Java and/or Python.
• Analyze and navigate complex financial data models and large datasets.
• Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot SQL queries and database-related solutions.
• Work with business analysts, risk teams, architects, and developers to deliver milestones.
• Participate in technical design discussions and recommend improvements.
• Independently troubleshoot application, development, and data-related issues.
• Support integration, testing, deployment, and production-readiness activities.
• Learn application-specific functionality quickly and become productive with minimal ramp-up.

Skills

Java

Python

SQL

Data modeling

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or a related field

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Java/Python Developer to support a strategic Fundamental Review of the Trading Book (FRTB) initiative within a global banking environment. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Java and/or Python, solid SQL skills, and experience working with complex data models and data-intensive enterprise applications.

This role requires a developer who can quickly understand existing applications and technical environments, work independently with minimal guidance, and contribute immediately to fast-paced project deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain applications supporting FRTB, regulatory, and risk management initiatives.
• Develop scalable and high-performance solutions using Java and/or Python.
• Analyze and navigate complex financial data models and large datasets.
• Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot SQL queries and database-related solutions.
• Work with business analysts, risk teams, architects, and developers to deliver project milestones.
• Participate in technical design discussions and recommend application and solution improvements.
• Independently troubleshoot application, development, and data-related issues.
• Contribute to accelerated development efforts and aggressive project timelines.
• Support application integration, testing, deployment, and production-readiness activities.
• Quickly learn application-specific functionality and become productive with minimal ramp-up time.

Required Qualifications

• Strong hands-on development experience with Java or Python; experience with both is highly preferred.
• Strong SQL skills and experience working with relational databases.
• Experience working with complex data models, data-intensive applications, and enterprise-scale systems.
• Ability to quickly understand existing applications, architectures, and technical environments.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, debugging, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, delivery-focused environments.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within Capital Markets, Risk Management, or Regulatory Reporting environments.
• Previous experience with FRTB, market risk, trading systems, or regulatory programs.
• Familiarity with financial products, trading book data, and risk calculations.
• Experience with performance tuning, data optimization, and large-volume data processing.
• Experience working in large-scale financial services or banking environments.