Summary: The role of Senior Java Developer (Spark) at Synechron involves working on a long-term project focused on building a data processing platform, combining greenfield and existing project streams. The position requires expertise in Java and distributed systems, with a strong emphasis on Spark and Hadoop technologies. The developer will engage in active development without support tasks, contributing to innovative digital solutions for financial services. The role is based in Belfast, requiring in-office presence for part of the week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and enhance a data processing platform with a mix of greenfield and existing project streams.
• Engage in hands-on commercial development using Java (11+).
• Implement and optimize distributed systems, particularly with Hadoop and Apache Hive.
• Utilize Spark for data processing tasks.
• Collaborate with a team of technically skilled professionals in a friendly office environment.

Key Skills:

• Senior-level expertise in Java with 8-12 years of experience.
• Hands-on experience in commercial Java development (Java 11+).
• Understanding of distributed systems (Hadoop, Apache Hive).
• Mandatory experience with Spark.
• Experience with streaming technologies (Kafka) is a plus.
• Background in financial services or banking is advantageous.

Salary (Rate): £52.00

City: Belfast

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT