Senior/Lead Java Back-End Developer

<p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>We are looking for a talented Java back-end senior or lead developer with extensive expertise working on web application back-ends using the Spring Framework. You will be responsible for designing and delivering high-quality code for Esprow’s web products. Our tech stack includes Java, Spring, React, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, and many other interesting technologies.

This position does not require you to be full-stack, however, as a senior or lead back-end developer, we expect some level of understanding of related technologies, including DevOps/infrastructure and front-end (JavaScript/TypeScript). You must be able to take ownership of the work, including some testing and support phases, and follow through every step required until delivery is achieved. The job requires good communication skills, the ability to work independently, in a small team environment, to deliver on-time and on-quality work.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Main Responsibilities</strong></p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Take a proactive role in the design and development of new products, features, and improvements for Esprow’s web-based technologies.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Solve challenging problems related to web development, infrastructure, financial messaging APIs, and client use-cases.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Contribute to architectural decisions.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Collaborate with the Development Manager and the Development Team to ensure successful project deliveries.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Suggest product and process improvements.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Document own area of responsibility and code.

Share knowledge with the rest of the team.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Assist in maintenance and improvement of the development infrastructure.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Assist with technical interviews of new candidates.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Assist Support Team in resolving technical issues of clients.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Skills and

Qualifications:

</strong></p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Strong core Java experience.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Solid understanding of OO concepts, knowledge of design and architectural patterns, and ability to write clean code.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Extensive experience with the Spring Framework (Boot, MVC, Security, Data JPA with Hibernate, AOP).</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Familiarity with RESTful and WebSocket APIs.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Practical experience with RDBMS, such as PostgreSQL.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Practical experience with deploying and maintaining web applications in production environments.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Experience with version, dependency, and build management tools (Git, Maven, Artifactory, Jenkins), deployment and monitoring tools, and code reviews.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Some knowledge of front-end development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, React (or similar)).</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Be a fast learner and able to take ownership of product areas.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Basic level (or higher) of English.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Bachelor's/College Degree, Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Bonus Skills (optional, but would be a plus):</strong></p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Experience with MongoDB.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Experience with OAuth 2.0/OpenID Connect.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Knowledge of production web application security.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Experience with deploying to cloud environments, such as DigitalOcean or AWS and their related SDKs.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Experience in scalable web architecture and distributed systems.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Experience with financial messaging protocols (e.g.

FIX).</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Ideal Personality:</strong></p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Strong planning, analytical and problem-solving skills.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Exceptional attention to details.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>A positive personality and attitude – ability to derive satisfaction from their job.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Someone who can bring external knowledge to the team and seeks to continually improve themselves.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Someone who can create a positive environment and strong team bonds.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Able to work independently, proactively and under pressure against multiple deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits You Will Enjoy:</strong></p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Full time permanent position (onsite or remote).</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Five days’ working week [9am to 6pm – with flexitime].</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Competitive remuneration package.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Complimentary coffee/tea and snacks (for onsite position).</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Professional, efficient, and friendly team.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Training and professional growth.</p><p>-<span style="white-space:pre;">    </span>Career path in a fast-growing technology company within global markets.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Esprow</strong></p><p>Esprow is a highly innovative and fast-growing company with some of the world’s highest profile companies as </p><p>our clients.

Working with us, you will be exposed to innovative and cutting-edge technologies and be heavily involved throughout the application development. Our Esprow Enterprise Testing Platform (ETP) is unique in the market of automated certification, testing, and simulation of financial trading solutions. With presence in New York, Singapore, Tokyo, and India, we deliver our technology to clients across the globe. You will have the opportunity to be exposed to the most challenging and high-profile working environments.</p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Degree of Autonomy & Level of Authority</strong></p><p>Working under the supervision of the Project Manager and able to undertake the necessary work very much </p><p>independently once it’s scoped out.

We have an open, friendly environment with minimal bureaucracy, where everyone gets involved with different aspects of the technology and is free to voice their opinion.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested, please reply with your latest CV along with your current and expected compensation to [email protected]</p><p><br></p>