Java Developer 1

Job Title: Java Developer 1

Job Location: Coppell Texas 75019 (100% ONSITE)

Onsite Requirements:

• 4+ years of Java Development
• Spring / Hibernate / JPA
• React and/or Angular

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Utilize strong analytical and technical skills to design object-oriented software and relational database systems, ensuring scalability and robustness in financial applications.
• Collaborate on concept definition, architectural refinement, and software design, with a focus on financial services or fintech industry needs.
• Develop high-quality software in accordance with organizational and fintech industry standards such as security, regulatory compliance (e.g., PCI-DSS), and high availability.
• Participate in all Agile ceremonies and contribute both independently and within the agile team.
• Apply shift-left principles to integrate testing, security, and code quality checks early in the development lifecycle.
• Proactively address potential issues through unit testing, automated testing, and code review practices to reduce defects and improve quality.
• Work with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins to automate testing, building, and deployment processes.
• Use tools like Snyk to scan for security vulnerabilities and ensure code adheres to security standards throughout the development process.
• Stay up to date with evolving fintech trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to meet the specific needs of financial systems.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and be highly responsive in identifying and resolving issues, especially those related to security and regulatory compliance.
• Propose creative solutions to technical challenges, especially in areas related to secure transactions, financial data processing, and real-time systems.
• Contribute to the success of the team by engaging across all levels and driving a fintech-first approach to development.

Requirements:

Experience:

• 1+ years of hands-on experience in Java application development, with strong knowledge of data persistence environments (JPA, Hibernate, etc.), preferably in a fintech or financial services context.
• Java EE:
  • Proven experience in designing, building, and testing Java EE applications, with in-depth knowledge of popular Java frameworks (Spring, Hibernate, etc.), and their application in financial technology systems.
• Multithreading:
  • 1+ years of hands-on experience in multithreaded programming, with an emphasis on real-time financial systems and secure data handling.
• Front-end:
  • Experience with AngularJS, JavaScript, and familiarity with modern front-end frameworks like Angular or React, especially for developing financial dashboards or transaction interfaces.
• REST Services:
  • Solid understanding of RESTful services and experience building microservice-based architectures, with a focus on scalable, secure, and compliant fintech solutions.
• Database:
  • Strong familiarity with relational database design, SQL, and query optimization, with an emphasis on financial data security and integrity.
    
• DevOps and CI/CD:
  • Working knowledge of build tools and version control systems such as Gradle, Git (BitBucket, GitHub, GitLab, etc.), and experience working with Jenkins for CI/CD pipelines.
• Shift-Left Development:
  • Experience with early-stage testing, including unit testing, TDD (Test-Driven Development), and automated testing (e.g., JUnit, Selenium).
• Security Tools:
  • Experience using tools like Snyk to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities in code, with a focus on protecting financial data and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Fintech Mindset:
  • Understanding of the unique challenges in financial technology development, including security, data privacy, regulatory compliance (e.g., PCI-DSS), and high-availability systems.
• Agile Practices:
  • Experience working in Agile environments, with an understanding of CI/CD pipelines and integrating quality assurance early in the development process.
• Communication:
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders, particularly in the context of fintech product development.

** 3rd party and subcontract staffing agencies are not eligible for partnership on this position. 3rd party subcontractors need not apply.

This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States, directly for an employer, without sponsorship now or anytime in the future. **