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# Java/Data Developer

- **Company:** Software Guidance & Assistance Inc
- **Location:** East Rutherford, NJ, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Computing Platforms, Big Data, Unix, Cloud Engineering, Data Infrastructure, Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, Linux, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Document-Oriented Databases, Object-Oriented Software Development, Redis, Scripting, ReactJS, Snowflake, Spring-boot, Backend, Containerization, Microservices
- **Published:** October 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/75936409-java-data-developer

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience
 * Expert level knowledge of core Java concepts and framework such as Spring Boot, Microservices and well versed with OOPs concepts and design patterns.
 * Hands-on experience with Java Full Stack w/ REACT and Large Data Volumes.
 * Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns.
 * Extensive development expertise in building the high scaled and performant software platforms for data computation and processing.
 * Knowledge of containerized deployments and cloud-native architecture.
 * Familiarity with Agile software development and DevOps best practices.
 * Experience with caching solutions like Pinot, Redis etc.
 * Experience with relational and/or document-oriented databases.
 * Strong working knowledge of Linux/Unix environments and scripting.
 * Ability to translate business and analytical requirements into efficient technical solutions.
 * Ability to guide junior staff, influence technical direction, and manage multiple initiatives in parallel.
 * Typically, 8+ years of relevant experience building large-scale, production-grade systems, with demonstrated depth in Java-based backend development and distributed system design.
 * Background in financial services, especially within Market Risk or FinTech.
 * Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
 * Self-starter with the ability to take initiative and drive projects independently
 * Ability to align technology with business goals and regulatory needs.
 * Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Preferred Skills:

 * Master's degree preferred

## Description

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Java/Data Developer for a contract assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in Rutherford, NJ or Jersey City, NJ., * Deeply hands-on development while leading technical design and implementation of key components of the Market Risk platform.

 * Communicate regularly with product leads across the technology organization and discuss opportunities for improvement to existing and future technology solutions.
 * Implement scalable and high-performance computing solutions for computing market risk & providing analysis capabilities.
 * Implement containerized deployment and integrating with modern data platforms such as Snowflake for cloud-based data processing.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams and global counterparts to deliver high-quality solutions.
 * Optimize risk data processing pipelines to improve efficiency and response time
 * Partner with Risk, Model Governance, and Compliance stakeholders to ensure regulatory requirements are accurately implemented in market risk technology.
 * Work in an Agile development environment, ensuring timely and efficient
 * Product delivery.
 * Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers in the squad.