We are
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 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.
Our challenge
We are seeking a skilled Java Developer with Commodities/ Capital markets Domain knowledge to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Java development, with experience in financial applications and a deep understanding of market dynamics.
Additional Information
The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC is $125k - $135/year & benefits (see below).
The Role
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement robust and scalable Java applications tailored for the Commodities or Capital Markets domain.
- Collaborate with business analysts, traders, and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
- Lead and mentor a team of junior developers, providing guidance on best practices and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring code quality, performance, and adherence to industry standards.
- Optimize applications for maximum performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Troubleshoot and debug complex issues in a timely manner, providing effective solutions.
- Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and best practices relevant to Java development and the financial services sector.
- Contribute to architectural decisions and help shape the technical direction of projects.
Requirements:
You are:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
- 10+ years of professional experience in Java development, with a strong background in building enterprise-level applications.
- Proven experience in the Commodities or Capital Markets domain, with a solid understanding of trading platforms, risk management, and financial instruments.
- Proficiency in Java frameworks (e.g., Spring, Hibernate) and tools (e.g., Maven, Jenkins).
- Experience with relational databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server) and noSQL databases.
- Familiarity with message-oriented middleware (e.g., JMS, Kafka) and microservices architecture.
- Knowledge of financial data feeds, APIs, and market data services is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
It would be great if you also had:
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Knowledge of front-end technologies (e.g., Angular, React) is a plus.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
We can offer you:
- A highly competitive compensation and benefits package
- A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad
- Laptop and a mobile phone
- 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 Excellences (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.
All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
