Job Description
SS&C Technologies seeks an experienced and motivated Java Technical Lead Developer to lead our development team in creating cutting-edge financial services software solutions. As a Technical Lead, you will play a pivotal role in guiding the design, development, and delivery of high-quality software, ensuring adherence to industry best practices and standards. A solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns and best practices is essential!
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance to a team of Java developers. Architect and design robust, scalable, and maintainable software solutions.
Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, quality assurance, and business analysts, to understand requirements and deliver innovative solutions.
Code Review and Quality Assurance: Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, adherence to coding standards, and proper documentation. Implement and enforce best practices for software development and testing.
Hands -on Development: Lead by example and actively contribute to developing Java applications. Stay abreast of the latest Java technologies and industry trends.
Project Management: Work closely with project managers to define project timelines, allocate resources, and ensure the timely delivery of software releases.
Mentorship and Training: Mentor junior developers, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement. Conduct training sessions to enhance the technical skills of the development team.
Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution: Analyse and troubleshoot complex technical issues, providing timely resolutions. Collaborate with support teams to address escalated issues efficiently.
Adherence to Compliance and Security Standards: Ensure that software solutions comply with regulatory requirements and security standards. Implement measures to safeguard sensitive financial data.
Documentation: Maintain comprehensive technical documentation for all software components developed. Collaborate with technical writers to create user manuals and documentation for end-users.
About you and your experience
* Proven experience as a Java Developer with a track record of leading development teams.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Proficient in all pillars of the Java development environment.
* Have extensive coding, testing and documentation experience.
* Capable of applying a pragmatic approach to development undertakings.
* An expert in nominated fields of technical specialisation.
* Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices.
* Previous experience using - Java 8, Spring Boot, Maven, Groovy, Docker, Jenkins, REST/SOAP, TDD - Junit, Eclipse/ IntelliJ
* Proficient in database design skills and MySQL.
* The ability to document detailed designs and implement design patterns is essential for this role.
* Strong experience working within an agile development environment.
* Strong written and oral communication skills.
* Evidence of working in a client-facing role dealing with stakeholders.
* Prior experience working in a fast-paced environment.
* Experience with financial services software development is highly desirable.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
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