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# Principal Risk Java developer

- **Company:** Hays plc
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £234,000.0 - £247,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Information Engineering
- **Published:** July 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2848695230-2

## About the Role

I am currently working with a London-based Financial Services client who are actively seeking a Principal Java Developer with extensive experience in the Risk and Market Data space.What you'll need to succeed:

 * Strong server-side Java Development experience in a lead role working on Risk and Market Data platforms
 * Strong investment banking experience
 * Strong experience working with Quants
 * Good understanding of data engineering principals
 * Strong cloud experience, ideally with AWS



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