Java Development Engineer

Role Summary & Role Description:

GlobalLink is one of the best FX solution provider in industry with a suite of e-Trading Platforms, Technology and Workflow solutions, offering a highly regulated, trusted partner for eFX trading solutions and connecting to post-trade services.  It is a solution that provides with the technology and private label infrastructure to offer owned eFX service, including electronic pricing and execution, internalization, risk management and liquidity outsourcing through an application programming interface (API) and graphical user interface (GUI).

Our foreign exchange trading platforms FX Connect and Currenex have been ranked the No.1 Multi-Dealer Platform for the second year in a row in the annual FX Survey by Euromoney Magazine.  Also for the second year running, GlobalLink has won the Best Service category. The survey, now in its 44th year, is the most comprehensive quantitative and qualitative annual study available on the foreign exchange markets. GlobalLink also maintained its No. 1 ranking as the leading Multi-Dealer Platform in real money for the fifth consecutive year.  FundConnect is another tool for navigating money market funds.  It provides the information and functionality you need to streamline the investment process and facilitate oversight and control over a global investment portfolio.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for a mid-level application developer with experience in Java, Oracle, Messaging protocols, and WebUI technologies. This is a hands-on developer position within a small development team in a very-fast-paced environment. The position is for a mid-level to senior developer to be involved in sophisticated software development.

What you will be responsible for:

• Work closely with Product owners, use current technologies where appropriate, and implement full life-cycle, full stack development tasks.

• Develop enhancement and support the ongoing evolution of State Street's industry-leading foreign exchange trading and supporting services.

• Write comprehensive documentation, unit tests and fix review comments from Senior developers.

Core/Must have skills:

• Expert-level knowledge of server-side Java, including Multithreading, Concurrency etc.

• Excellent knowledge of Spring and Hibernate frameworks.

• Excellent knowledge of Oracle – SQL, PL-SQL, deadlock issues, performance issues.

• Working experience with CI/CD technologies such as Jenkins / JFrog / Bitbucket / GIT.

• Very hands-on, great attention to detail, good team player.

Good to have skills:

• Prior experience working in Forex/Banking platforms or related domains is a plus.

• Knowledge or working experience on FIX protocols.

• Good knowledge of and working experience with Web Socket (WSS) protocol.

• Nice to have: Good knowledge of and working experience with messaging brokers such as Rabbit, Kafka, Sonic MQ, Active MQ.

• Nice to have: Good knowledge of and working experience with Web UI frameworks and programming languages such as TypeScript, ReactJS.

Work Schedule: Hybrid

Why this role is important to us:

Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We're driving the company's digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies such as cloud, artificial intelligence and robotics process automation.

We offer a collaborative environment where technology skills and innovation are valued in a global organization. We're looking for top technical talent to join our team and deliver creative technology solutions that help us become an end-to-end, next-generation financial services company.

Join us if you want to grow your technical skills, solve real problems and make your mark on our industry.

About State Street:

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you'll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

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