Raymond James Financial, Inc

Lead Java Engineer, Full Stack Development

Raymond James Financial, Inc$100K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience with Java (Java 8+), Spring, Spring Boot, REST, SOAP, and Microservices.
  • 5+ years of leading Angular development in a full stack role.
  • Strong understanding of software engineering principles and design patterns.
  • Familiarity with SQL/NoSQL databases and integration frameworks.
  • Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development for Annuities and Insurance applications, focusing on new features and enhancements.
  • Design and implement full stack solutions using Java and Angular.
  • Analyze complex requirements and create effective technical solutions.
  • Support and improve document management features within Java.
  • Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment with business and technical needs.
  • Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance.
  • Engage in code reviews and system testing.
  • Advise on best practices in software engineering and recommend technology upgrades.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and critical illness insurance.
  • Disability benefits.
  • Retirement savings plan.
  • Paid time off including vacation and parental leave.
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
Highly specialized expert developing software applications, in entirety or in part, that have a big impact on business for a large organization.

Job Description

This position will follow our hybrid work model, we expect the selected candidate to be in the office 2-3 days a week at the St. Petersburg, FL Corporate Office location.

Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and self-sufficient Lead Full Stack Developer with deep expertise in Java and strong leadership-level experience in Angular development. This role is central to the ongoing development and enhancement of the Annuities and Insurance applications. The ideal candidate will serve as the primary developer responsible for designing and implementing new features independently, enhancing existing functionality, and supporting components within the Java ecosystem.

This position requires a proactive, independent learner who can take ownership of complex technical challenges and deliver high-quality solutions with minimal oversight. The candidate will work across the full software development lifecycle and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and efficient delivery of enterprise-grade solutions.

Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the lead developer for the Annuities and Insurance Applications, driving feature enhancements and new development initiatives.
  • Design, develop, and implement scalable and maintainable full stack solutions using Java (Spring, Spring Boot) and Angular.
  • Work independently to analyze complex system requirements and translate them into robust technical solutions.
  • Support and enhance existing document management functionality within the Java space.
  • Collaborate with business analysts, architects, and other developers to ensure alignment with business goals and technical standards.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers and team members.
  • Participate in code reviews, system testing, and validation procedures.
  • Ensure adherence to best practices in software engineering, including CI/CD, modular design, and secure coding standards.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend improvements to enhance system performance and maintainability.
  • Participate in production support rotations and respond to escalated issues as needed.


Skills:
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience with Java (Java 8+), Spring, Spring Boot, REST, SOAP, and Microservices.
  • 5+ years of experience leading Angular development efforts in a full stack capacity.
  • Strong understanding of software engineering principles, object-oriented design, and design patterns.
  • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, integration frameworks, and distributed caching strategies.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
  • Exposure to streaming technologies such as Kafka is a plus.
  • Experience in financial services or enterprise-scale applications is preferred.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.


Preferred Attributes:
  • Self-starter with a passion for learning and solving complex problems.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.


Education
Bachelor's: Computer and Information Science (Required), High School (HS) (Required)

Work Experience
General Experience - 6 to 10 years

Certifications

Travel

Workstyle
Hybrid

The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.

About Raymond James Financial, Inc

The Raymond James Technology and Communications Investment Banking Group is a committed and thoughtful partner that provides a full range of investment banking services and best practices. The group is comprised of experienced professionals that have extensive investment banking expertise. They leverage the industry expertise of Raymond James' award-winning research department. The group focuses on key sectors within technology and communications including: communications software, communication towers, defense electronics, enterprise software, internet infrastructure services, homeland security, IT services, mobile technology, semiconductors, software-as-a-service, telecommunications equipment, telecommunications infrastructure and support services, and wireless & wireline telecommunications services. They take pride in a client-centric approach to M&A, with focus on delivering independent solutions that creates value for the long term. The outcome of this unique approach may be seen in the successful transactions of their clients, including over 80 public offerings totaling $17 billion and over 85 strategic advisory transactions totaling over $5 billion in value since 1998.

Raymond James Financial, Inc Careers

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Learn more about Raymond James Financial, Inc
Size
15,000 employees
Market Cap
$22.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$862 million
5 Year Trend
+11.6%
Revenue
$8.3 billion
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