Senior Java Software Engineer

Synechron; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Global opportunities to work abroad

10 days paid annual leave

Maternity & paternity leave

Comprehensive insurance (medical, etc)

Retirement savings plans

Udemy for Business access

Job summary

Synechron is seeking a highly experienced Java Developer with a strong background in Java and Spring Framework to join our global team. You will design and build high-performance, low-latency trading and financial systems, mentor colleagues, and collaborate across regions to deliver robust solutions for capital markets.

Candidates should have extensive Java/Spring experience, be comfortable with multi-threaded architectures, cloud deployments (AWS/Azure), and be able to translate business

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on Java development experience.
• 5–10 years of Spring Core, Spring Boot and related projects.
• Experience deploying and managing applications on AWS, Azure, or equivalent cloud platforms.
• Strong understanding of financial workflows and operations (beneficial).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a global, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain high-performance, low-latency trading and financial systems using Core Java and Spring Framework.
• Design and implement multi-threaded, concurrent, and scalable solutions for mission-critical applications.
• Architect and optimize SQL queries and leverage caching solutions to ensure fast data retrieval and system efficiency.
• Collaborate with global teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Work on cloud-based solutions to deploy, manage, and monitor applications.
• Contribute to architecture and development of distributed systems for capital markets.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and advocate best practices.
• Support and troubleshoot live trading systems to ensure high availability and low latency.
• Stay updated on cloud, Java, and capital markets to propose improvements.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

Distributed systems

Cloud platforms

SQL

Job description

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 16,850+, and has 60 offices in 20 countries within key global markets.

We are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Java Developer with a strong background in Java, Spring Framework to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with a proven track record of designing and developing high-performance, scalable, and resilient systems. This role requires a deep technical expertise, with the ability to lead and collaborate within a global team, communicate effectively, and deliver robust solutions that meet the demanding needs of financial markets.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, enhance, and maintain high-performance, low-latency trading and financial systems using Core Java and Spring Framework.
• Design and implement multi-threaded, concurrent, and scalable solutions for mission-critical applications.
• Architect and optimize SQL queries and work with caching solutions such as MemSQL to ensure fast data retrieval and system efficiency.
• Collaborate with global teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Work on cloud-based solutions using AWS, Azure, or other cloud platforms to deploy, manage, and monitor applications.
• Contribute to the architecture and development of distributed systems for capital markets, with an emphasis on debt markets and financial operations.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and advocate best practices in software development.
• Support and troubleshoot live trading systems, ensuring high availability and low latency.
• Stay abreast of technological advancements in cloud, Java, and capital markets to recommend improvements and innovations.

Requirements:

• Java: 10 years of hands-on experience developing robust Java applications.
• Spring Framework: 5-10 years of experience with Spring Core, Spring Boot, and associated projects.
• Cloud Platforms: Experience deploying and managing applications on AWS, Azure, or equivalent cloud platforms.
• Financial Operations: Strong understanding of financial workflows, settlements, and operational processes (beneficial).
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience working in a global team environment.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 60 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellence (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.