Java/Database Developer

FDM Group

$95K — $115K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of Core Java development experience
  • Strong experience with Spring Framework and Java UI technologies
  • Proficiency with Oracle SQL and MySQL
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline implementation and maintenance
  • Experience working within Agile/Scrum environments
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain Java-based Compliance and Surveillance applications
  • Design and support systems for regulatory surveillance and monitoring
  • Analyze and resolve complex technical issues
  • Support release coordination and production readiness
  • Translate business requirements into technical solutions
  • Create and maintain technical documentation
  • Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on critical compliance and risk management initiatives
  • Exposure to enterprise-scale applications in a regulated environment
  • Collaboration with global technology and compliance teams
  • Meaningful impact on regulatory compliance and operational effectiveness
  • Hybrid work schedule with 3 days in office per week
Full Job Description
Über die Rolle

This position requires the successful candidate to work on a W2 directly with FDM. We cannot accept C2C, 1099 or employment sponsorship (e.g. H1-B) for this position.

FDM is seeking a Java/Database Developer located in Jersey CITY to support a project in the financialsector. Involvement in this project is anticipated to last initially 24 monthsbut may be extended.

This role will be hybrid with requirements to be in office 3 days per week.

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Java / Database Developer

The resource will be responsible for developing and maintaining Java applications and supporting associated database components.

Start Information
  • Start: ASAP
  • Expected Start: 2-4 weeks after offer acceptance due to business requirements.
Approved Locations
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • Charlotte, NC
Additional Requirements
  • Hybrid schedule with a minimum of 3 days onsite per week.
Overview of the Role
Daily Responsibilities
  • Hands-on development and maintenance of Java-based Compliance and Surveillance applications.
  • Design, enhance, and support systems that enable regulatory surveillance and monitoring.
  • Analyze and resolve complex technical issues using internal tools and frameworks.
  • Support release coordination, production readiness, and deployment activities.
  • Maintain and improve existing platforms to meet evolving regulatory and compliance requirements.
  • Translate business and compliance requirements into technical solutions.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, including high-level and low-level design documents.
  • Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Stakeholders
  • Compliance Technology development teams.
  • Compliance, Risk, and Business stakeholders.
  • Release management and production support teams.
  • Distributed onshore and offshore development teams.
Client Interaction
  • No external client interaction.
  • Frequent collaboration with internal compliance, risk, and technology stakeholders.
Projects and Deliverables
Example Projects
  • Enhancing regulatory surveillance controls to address audit and compliance findings.
  • Developing and maintaining Java applications supporting monitoring and alerting workflows.
  • Building and supporting database solutions utilizing Oracle and MySQL technologies.
  • Developing automation and data-processing utilities using Python.
  • Supporting data integration and ETL initiatives leveraging Informatica tools.
  • Implementing improvements to stability, scalability, and operational support processes.
Expected Outcome
  • Delivery of stable, compliant, and audit-ready surveillance platforms with improved reliability and supportability.
Project Overview
Current Initiatives
  • Compliance Technology programs focused on Trade Surveillance and Regulatory Monitoring.
  • Development and support of enterprise Java-based surveillance platforms.
  • Data integration, metadata management, and database modernization initiatives.
  • Regulatory change initiatives and audit-driven remediation projects.
Why This Role?
  • Opportunity to contribute to critical compliance and risk management initiatives.
  • Exposure to enterprise-scale applications and data platforms in a highly regulated environment.
  • Collaboration with global technology, compliance, and operations teams.
  • Meaningful impact on regulatory compliance and operational effectiveness.
Required Skills & Experience
Technical Skills
  • 5+ years of hands-on Core Java development experience.
  • Strong experience with Spring Framework and Java UI technologies.
  • Experience with Java application servers (WebLogic, WebSphere, Tomcat).
  • Proficiency with Maven, Git, and source control tools.
  • Strong experience with CI/CD pipeline implementation and maintenance.
  • Strong database experience with Oracle SQL and MySQL.
  • Experience developing automation, scripting, and data-processing solutions using Python.
  • 3+ years of experience with:
    • Oracle SQL
    • MySQL
    • Unix/Linux shell scripting
    • Enterprise job scheduling tools
  • Familiarity with ETL, data integration, and data transformation processes.
  • Exposure to Informatica PowerCenter, Informatica IICS, or similar enterprise data integration tools.
  • Solid understanding of SDLC, production support, and release management.
  • Experience working within Agile/Scrum environments.
Soft Skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proven success working across geographically distributed teams.
Preferred Experience
  • Experience with Compliance, Regulatory, or Trade Surveillance platforms.
  • Financial services or capital markets technology experience.
  • Hands-on experience with Informatica PowerCenter, Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services (IICS), or comparable ETL tools.
  • Experience supporting enterprise production systems.
  • Familiarity with audit response processes, regulatory change programs, and compliance-driven development.
  • Experience working with large-scale data management, ETL, data warehousing, and data quality initiatives.
  • Experience building Python-based automation or data analysis solutions.


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