Java/Spark Developer

Axelon Services Corporation

Tampa, FL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Best Practices, Big Data, Caching, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Management, Data Recovery, Data Storage, Distributed Computing, Financial Analysis, Financial Risk Management, Git, Global Financial Markets, Java, Jenkins, Market Analysis, Mathematics, Memory Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Product Pricing, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Management, Regulatory Compliance, Remote Access, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Modeling, Scalable System Development, Smartphones, Software Development, Software Engineering, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Stock Market, Stress Testing, Value At Risk (VaR), Work From Home
LOCATION
Tampa, FL
POSTED
14 days ago


Pay Rate: $67.00 - $71.00 per hour, negotiable based upon years of experience



Summary:

  • Global Financial Firm located in Tampa, FL is seeking an experienced Java Spark Developer for a contract role.
  • This role is currently on a Hybrid Schedule with expectations to be in the office weekly 3 days depending on the team requirement.
  • Reliable internet, computer, and smartphone are required for remote access into company systems during remote work.


Responsibilities:

  • Develop and optimize scalable Java Spark-based data pipelines for processing and analyzing large scale financial data.
  • Design and implement distributed computing solutions for risk modeling, pricing, and regulatory compliance.
  • Ensure efficient data storage and retrieval using Big Data technologies.
  • Implement best practices for spark performance tuning including partition, caching, and memory management.
  • Maintain high code quality through testing, CI/CD pipelines, and version control (Git, Jenkins).
  • Work on batch processing frameworks for Market risk analytics.


Requirements:

  • 7 years of experience in software development with at least 3 years in Java Spark and Big Data frameworks.
  • Experience working in financial markets, risk management, and financial instruments.
  • Familiarity with market risk concepts including VaR, Greeks, scenario analysis, and stress testing.
  • Hands-on experience with Hadoop and Spark.


Required Skills:

  • Strong proficiency in Python and Java Spark with knowledge of core spark concepts (RDDs, Dataframes, Spark Streaming, etc.).
  • Proficiency in Git, Jenkins, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and strong mathematical and analytical mindset.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced financial environment.

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Axelon Services Corporation