Java Developer
Posted 2 weeks ago by Queen Square Recruitment Ltd
£500 Per day
Inside
Onsite
Tower Hamlets, Greater London
Summary: The role of Java Developer involves joining a dynamic development team in Canary Wharf to work on high-performance, low-latency systems within the financial services sector. The position is initially for 6 months with potential for extension, focusing on designing and implementing critical systems that handle real-time trading data. Candidates should possess strong Java programming skills and experience with various modern technologies. This opportunity emphasizes collaboration and innovation in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement high-performance messaging middleware and frameworks
- Develop resilient applications using modern platforms and design principles
- Enhance software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes with a shift-left approach for testing, configuration, and developer experience
Key Skills:
- Strong core Java programming skills (5+ years)
- Experience building low-latency distributed systems for high-volume trading environments
- Hands-on experience with technologies such as Kubernetes, Kafka, RocksDB, MongoDB, MemSQL, Prometheus, Tempo, and Snowflake
- Knowledge of elastic scaling and real-time data processing
- Familiarity with cloud-based resource management and DevOps practices
- Experience with stream processing platforms
- Strong communication skills and the ability to lead development initiatives
- Python experience is a strong advantage
Salary (Rate): £500/day
City: Tower Hamlets
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: IT
Our client, a leading global consultancy, is partnering with a prestigious end client in Canary Wharf. We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a talented Java Developer to join a dynamic and agile development team on an initial 6 months contract, with the potential for extension.
If you are interested and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly to discuss further.
Job Title: Java Developer
Location: Canary Wharf, London (3 days office-based)
Duration: 6 Months - view to extend
Rate: Inside IR35
About the Role
We’re looking for a highly skilled Java Developer to join a dynamic team working on high-performance, low-latency systems in the financial services sector. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to mission-critical systems that process large volumes of real-time trading data. You'll be part of a collaborative environment that embraces innovation, modern engineering practices, and cutting-edge technology.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement high-performance messaging middleware and frameworks
- Develop resilient applications using modern platforms and design principles
- Enhance software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes with a shift-left approach for testing, configuration, and developer experience
Required Experience & Skills
- Strong core Java programming skills (5+ years)
- Experience building low-latency distributed systems for high-volume trading environments
- Hands-on experience with technologies such as Kubernetes, Kafka, RocksDB, MongoDB, MemSQL, Prometheus, Tempo, and Snowflake
- Knowledge of elastic scaling and real-time data processing
- Familiarity with cloud-based resource management and DevOps practices
- Experience with stream processing platforms
- Strong communication skills and the ability to lead development initiatives
- Python experience is a strong advantage
Nice to Have
- Understanding of messaging middleware, networking, and databases
- Exposure to modern DevOps and CI/CD practices