Senior Java Developer

Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We're also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1. 

We've been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2023 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2023, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2023 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2023. 

As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We're focused on our core values; using these we've seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally. 

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Java Software Developer with a good understanding of financial services especially Equities & Futures Trading domain. This role is ideal for engineers with a strong Java background and a keen interest or experience in trading systems.

You will work closely with technical leads based in Pune and Hong Kong, contributing to the development and integration of proprietary QA automation frameworks. The focus is on enhancing testing capabilities through Cucumber integration, without reliance on traditional QA tools or database testing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and understand software requirements, particularly in the Equities & Futures Trading domain context.
• Develop and maintain Java-based components for trading applications.
• Collaborate with leads in Pune and Hong Kong to integrate Cucumber into home-grown QA automation frameworks.
• Support testing and validation of trading workflows without using external QA or automation tools.
• Write unit tests using frameworks like JUnit to ensure code quality and reliability.
• Ensure high performance and reliability of trading systems through robust code and integration practices.
• Contribute to Agile development practices, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Participate in peer code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to coding best practices.
• Apply Object-Oriented Analysis and Design principles to develop scalable and maintainable software solutions.
• Create and maintain data models to support application functionality, optimize SQL queries and database interactions to ensure data integrity and performance.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong proficiency and experience (6+ years) working as a Java Developer in product development and/or services environment.
• Hands-on experience with Cucumber and behavior-driven development (BDD).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a distributed team environment.
• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (OOAD) principles.
• Solid understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Good understanding of Agile development methodologies and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts clearly.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive attitude towards tackling challenges.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience or understanding of trading systems (Equities/Futures preferred).
• Familiarity with custom QA frameworks is a plus.

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. 

One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology. 

We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat. 

Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company's profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth.