Senior Java Software Engineer

We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our team in Madrid, Spain in a hybrid working mode. In this role, you will design and implement high-performance backend solutions for post-trade processing systems used by global financial institutions. You'll translate complex business requirements into secure, scalable software while ensuring compliance with strict industry standards and regulations.

Work on cutting-edge trading infrastructure powering real-time post-trade processes worldwide, enabling advanced financial operations for leading institutions. This is your opportunity to make an impact on mission-critical systems in a highly dynamic, global environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Java-based backend solutions for post-trade processing systems
• Translate business and regulatory requirements into secure and scalable solutions
• Ensure compliance with internal security policies and external financial regulations
• Optimize database performance and ensure data integrity for high-volume transactions
• Work within agile frameworks (SCRUM/SAFe) in collaboration with developers, testers and business stakeholders
• Contribute to the reliability and stability of mission-critical systems used by leading financial institutions
• Support system integration and event-driven architecture for seamless messaging between components
• Participate in code reviews and apply development best practices for maintainability and performance

Do you have experience in Scrum?, * 10+ years of experience in high-performance, multi-threaded Java applications (Java 8+), with strong expertise in Spring Boot

• Advanced knowledge of SQL, Hibernate and database optimization techniques
• Experience designing and maintaining large-scale event-driven architectures and messaging systems
• Understanding of security and compliance governance in financial systems
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in production environments
• Solid experience in complex, mission-critical systems with a focus on performance and scalability
• Effective communication and collaboration in cross-functional agile teams
• Fluent English proficiency (written and spoken)

Nice to have

• Exposure to Angular or other modern front-end frameworks
• Familiarity with financial messaging protocols (e.g., FIX, SWIFT)
• Knowledge of post-trade processing and regulatory requirements in capital markets

Pulled from the full job description

• Referral program
• Paid time off, * Private health insurance
• EPAM Employees Stock Purchase Plan
• 100% paid sick leave
• Referral Program
• Professional certification
• Language courses, * WORK AND LIFE BALANCE. Enjoy more of your personal time with flexible work options, 24 working days of annual leave and paid time off for numerous public holidays.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING CULTURE. Craft your personal Career Development Plan to align with your learning objectives. Take advantage of internal training, mentorship, sponsored certifications and LinkedIn courses.
• CLEAR AND DIFFERENT CAREER PATHS. Grow in engineering or managerial direction to become a People Manager, in-depth technical specialist, Solution Architect, or Project/Delivery Manager.
• STRONG PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY. Join a global EPAM community of highly skilled experts and connect with them to solve challenges, exchange ideas, share expertise and make friends.

EPAM is a leading digital transformation services and product engineering company with 61,700+ EPAMers in 55+ countries and regions. Since 1993, our multidisciplinary teams have been helping make the future real for our clients and communities around the world. In 2018, we opened an office in Spain that quickly grew to over 1,450 EPAMers distributed between the offices in Málaga, Madrid and Cáceres as well as remotely across the country. Here you will collaborate with multinational teams, contribute to numerous innovative projects, and have an opportunity to learn and grow continuously.