Lead Java Engineer

About Our Client

Our client is within the Financial sector, specifically Derivatives and they are looking for a Lead Developer to join the team. The company is based in Central London and they go the office 3 to 4 times a week.

Job Description

Our client is looking to bring more development in house from their outsourcing businesses and is looking for 2 new people to join their team of 5. Day to day of the role will include:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of Java-based applications and systems.
• Help to plan future development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyse requirements.
• Ensure the scalability, performance, and reliability of software solutions.
• Mentor and guide junior team members to enhance their technical skills.
• Deal with a variety of clients.
• Work alongside the outsourcing partners
• Maintain and improve existing systems by identifying and fixing bugs or implementing enhancements.
• Keep updated with the latest Java technologies and integrate them into projects as needed.
• Prepare technical documentation to support solutions and team processes.
• Contribute to the strategic planning of technology initiatives within the organisation.

The Successful Applicant

Must haves:

• Java
• Worked in the Derivatives market
• Strong communication
• Dealt with clients or stakeholders
• Modelling financial products and processes
• APIs and Integrations

Nice to haves:

• Python
• Worked in derivatives product classes
• Hands on model development experience
• Experience with collateral malmanagement
• Worked with regulatory processes

What's on Offer

• Private Medical
• 25 days holiday plus BHS
• 10% Pension
• 10% Bonus
• Free drinks and snacks in the office!