Senior Java Developer - FIX Connectivity (FinTech)

Role Overview As a Senior Java Engineer, you will design, build, and maintain high-performance software systems aligned with enterprise standards. You will collaborate closely with product and operations teams in a fast-paced Agile and DevOps environment, ensuring the seamless delivery and proactive monitoring of new software features. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Development: Architect and develop robust, scalable software solutions according to client standards and architectural guidelines. Product Collaboration: Partner closely with the product team to design, refine, and deliver impactful new features. DevOps & Deployment: Work within an Agile framework to deploy new software releases seamlessly, adhering strictly to release processes. System Monitoring: Assist in monitoring production systems to proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve performance bottlenecks. Critical Technical Skills Java & Spring Expertise: 7+ years of experience building enterprise-grade Java services, with at least 5+ years dedicated to the Spring Framework. Event-Driven Architecture: Solid experience implementing message queues and event-driven systems, specifically using ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ, or Kafka. API Development: Extensive experience designing and developing RESTful services, with strong proficiency in OpenAPI and Swagger. Microservices: Proven hands-on experience designing and deploying microservices architectures. Domain Knowledge: Practical knowledge or direct experience working with the FIX protocol. Agile Testing: Deep understanding of automated testing best practices within an Agile development lifecycle. CI/CD & DevOps: Strong grasp of SDLC best practices using Git, Jenkins, Continuous Integration, Docker, Nexus, and Kubernetes. Design Frameworks: Advanced knowledge of software design patterns and enterprise integration patterns (EIP). Professional Attributes & Desirable Skills Problem Solving: Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and organizational skills. Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams. Execution: Proven ability to commit to strict deadlines and deliver high-quality results under pressure.