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# Application Programmer

- **Company:** Mitchell Martin
- **Location:** Jersey City, NJ, United States
- **Salary:** $141,981.0 - $152,381.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Algorithmic Trading, Application Performance Management, Cloud Computing, Distributed Systems, Real Time Systems, Legacy Systems
- **Published:** September 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/debe6bc9-6726-494c-aeef-23b06972ebfe

## About the Role

Expert-level experience in Java development with real-time systems.
Hands-on experience with distributed applications, preferably in trading systems.
Experience with cloud computing and application containerization.
Understanding of derivatives and traded products is beneficial.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

## Description

This position is for an Application Programmer with a focus on high-performance systems in a hybrid work setting.
The role is contract-based and requires expertise in modernizing legacy applications and supporting distributed systems.
The successful candidate will work closely with the team to define architecture and ensure system performance and resiliency., Define target state architecture and implementation plans.
Support application performance and resiliency requirements.
Collaborate on modernizing legacy systems.
Ensure compliance with real-time system standards.
Work with messaging applications to enhance system capabilities.


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