Java Developer (Multithreading, Messaging, and Low-Latency Trading Experience)

Synechron is seeking an experienced Java Developer to join our development team. This role involves designing, developing, and optimizing high-performance, low-latency server-side applications primarily in Java, supporting trading systems and event-driven processing. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in multithreaded programming, messaging, and database integration, contributing to critical enterprise infrastructure. This position offers opportunities for technical leadership and impactful project delivery in a collaborative environment.

Required Skills:

• Extensive hands-on experience in Java with focus on server-side application development
• Strong expertise in Java Concurrency, RX Streams, Collections API
• Proven experience working with caching solutions (GridGain or similar)
• Significant experience with multithreading and parallel processing
• coding experience with multicast messaging platforms (e.g., Solace, RV)
• experience with relational databases (SQL Server, Sybase, Oracle)
• Experience in designing low-latency trading application services
• Working knowledge of DevOps tools such as Maven, Jenkins, Nexus, Helios

Preferred Skills:

• experience with cloud technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes or similar

• Architect, develop, and maintain highly reliable, low-latency Java services for trading or event-driven systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for technical design, implementation, and testing of scalable solutions
• Lead and guide development teams on best practices, code quality, and delivery standards
• Optimize existing codebases for performance, concurrency, and resource management
• Implement caching, messaging, and data management strategies to ensure system robustness and responsiveness
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for development processes and technical solutions
• Mentor junior developers and promote knowledge sharing within the team
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and technical risk assessments

Programming Languages:

• Essential: Java
• Preferred: Experience with Java frameworks and libraries relevant to concurrency, reactive programming, and event processing

Databases/Data Management:

• Essential: SQL Server, Sybase, Oracle (5+ years of experience)
• Experience with data modeling, query optimization, and schema design

Cloud Technologies:

• Nice-to-have: Docker, Kubernetes, containerization, and orchestration experience

Frameworks and Libraries:

• RX Streams, Java Collections API, concurrency utilities, caching frameworks such as GridGain

Development Tools & Methodologies:

• Maven, Jenkins, Nexus, Helios, Agile/Scrum practices, version control (Git)

Security Protocols:

• Familiarity with best practices for secure coding, data protection, and system resilience

• Minimum of 6+ years software development experience with strong focus on server-side Java applications
• Proven track record in developing low latency trading or event-driven systems
• Extensive experience with multicasting messaging platforms (e.g., Solace, RV)
• Deep understanding of multithreading, concurrency, and distributed system design
• Experience working in DevOps environments and with CI/CD pipelines
• Ability to lead projects and manage teams, with a focus on delivering high-quality technical solutions

• Develop, review, and optimize Java-based services handling real-time data streams and messaging
• Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and technical discussions
• Collaborate with product analysts and system architects to translate requirements into scalable solutions
• Maintain and enhance the performance, scalability, and reliability of core services
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, ensuring minimal downtime and high system availability
• Document technical designs, configurations, and deployment procedures
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and incorporate relevant innovations into existing systems

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• Certifications such as Oracle Java Certification or relevant cloud platform certifications are a plus
• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining low latency, high throughput systems

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with an eye for detail
• Strong leadership abilities with experience managing technical teams or projects
• Excellent communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement and teamwork
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and evolving project requirements
• Proactive mindset with a focus on delivering robust technical solutions and process improvements
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively

S​YNECHRON’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.

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