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Lead Java developer - Capital Markets experience

Alquemy

Toronto, ON

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Ansible, Apache, Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Caching, Capital Markets, Cash Management, Channel Strategies, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Distributed Computing, Docker, Fixed Income Investments, GitHub, High Availability, Java, Jenkins, Leadership, Memory Hardware, Mentoring, Multithreaded Programming, Product Pricing, Profit & Loss, Redis, Risk, Risk Modeling, Sales, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Test Automation
LOCATION
Toronto, ON
POSTED
30+ days ago
Our Toronto client is seeking a Lead Java Developer with Capital Markets experience to join their team.
As a Lead Java Developer, you will join an elite engineering squad responsible for the development and evolution of high-availability, low-latency systems within the Fixed Income Cash and Derivatives space. This is not a "maintenance" role;you will be at the center of high-stakes projects, building and optimizing the engine that powers trade booking, execution, and post-trade workflows in a fast-paced Capital Markets environment.
What Will You Do?

  • Architectural Leadership: Drive the design and development of our next-generation Cash trade management systems, ensuring they meet the rigors of modern electronic trading.

  • Team Evolution: Act as a force multiplier by mentoring developers, fostering a "craftsmanship" mindset, and elevating the team’s technical bar.

  • Strategic Collaboration: Partner directly with Product Owners, Quants, and Sales/Trading desks to translate complex business needs into high-performance software.

  • Challenging the Status Quo: Develop a granular understanding of global currency flows to identify bottlenecks and proactively propose strategic, long-term technical solutions.

  • Setting the Standard: Implement high-performance, reusable, and scalable codebases, defining what "excellence" looks like for the team.

  • Critical Support: Provide Level 2 expert support to ensure the stability of mission-critical trading infrastructure.
What Do You Need to Succeed?
Must-Have Technical DNA:

  • Core Java Mastery: 7 years of experience designing distributed systems, with a mandatory focus on multi-threaded, low-latency, and memory-efficient Java (8).

  • Ecosystem Expertise: 5 years of hands-on experience with the Spring Framework in high-throughput environments.

  • Capital Markets Domain: Solid understanding of Capital Markets (Fixed Income, FX, or Equities).

  • Data & Messaging: Proficiency in relational databases and high-speed messaging middleware (e.G., Kafka, Solace, or IBM MQ).

  • In-Memory Performance: Hands-on experience with distributed caching and compute grids like Redis or Apache Ignite.

  • Modern DevOps: Deep familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub, Jenkins, Ansible) and a commitment to "quality-as-code" through SonarQube and automated testing.

Nice-to-Have:

  • AI-Augmented Development: Experience leveraging GitHub Copilot or Windsurf to accelerate the SDLC.

  • Quant & Risk Exposure: Familiarity with pricing models, risk sensitivities (Greeks), or real-time P&L calculations.

  • Market Integration: Experience with Bloomberg or Refinitiv data feeds.

  • Cloud Native: Exposure to containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) and cloud-scale architecture.

    **Apply today to find out more about this amazing opportunity!

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