Senior Java Developer

Position Summary

We are looking for a talented, Senior Java developer, responsible for designing and delivering high-quality code based on business requirements and Esprow’s internal technology roadmap. You must be able to take ownership of your 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.

• Take a proactive role in the design and development of new features and improvements for Esprow’s main product and core platform.
• Solve challenging problems related to multi-threading, networking, financial messaging APIs, UI, and client use-cases.
• Contribute to architectural decisions, where required.
• Collaborate with the Development Manager and the Development Team.
• Document own area of responsibility and code. Share knowledge with the rest of the team.
• Suggest product and process improvements.
• Assist in maintenance and improvement of the development infrastructure.
• Assist Support Team in resolving escalated technical issues of clients, when needed.

• Strong core Java experience.
• Solid understanding of OO concepts, knowledge of design patterns, and ability to write clean code.
• Extensive experience with multi-threaded development.
• Experience with dependency and build management tools (Maven, Artifactory, Jenkins) and code reviews.
• Be a fast learner and able to take ownership of product areas.
• Basic level (or higher) of English.
• Bachelor's/College Degree, Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent.

• Network programming in Java (Netty, MINA).
• Experience with financial messaging protocols (e.g. FIX).
• Experience with messaging middleware (e.g. ActiveMQ, Tibco, Solace, etc.).
• Experience with the Spring Framework (Boot, MVC, Security, Hibernate, REST).
• Experience with the Eclipse RCP 3 & 4 and JFace/SWT APIs, and the Eclipse Modelling Framework (EMF).

• Strong planning, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to details.
• Able to work independently, and proactively against multiple deadlines.
• A positive personality and attitude – ability to derive satisfaction from their job.
• Someone who can bring external knowledge to the team and seeks to continually improve themselves.
• Someone who can create a positive environment and strong team bonds.

• Full time permanent position (onsite or remote).
• Five days’ working week [9am to 6pm – with flexitime].
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Complimentary coffee/tea and snacks (for onsite position).
• Professional, efficient, and friendly team.
• Training and professional growth.
• Career path in a fast-growing technology company within global markets.

Working under the supervision of the Project Manager and able to undertake the necessary work very much 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.