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# Lead Developer - Java

- **Company:** Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc.
- **Location:** Fairfax County, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $114,200.0 - $248,700.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Build Automation, Automation of Tests, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Information Systems, Databases, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), NoSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Performance Tuning, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Data Storage Technologies, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Api Design, Service Stack, Microservices
- **Published:** November 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b91640ea8ad703b0

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related discipline with at least seven (7) years of related experience, or equivalent training and/or work experience; Master's degree and past Financial Services industry experience preferred.
 * Demonstrated technical expertise in Object Oriented and database technologies/concepts which resulted in deployment of enterprise quality solutions.
 * Past experience with developing enterprise quality solutions in an iterative or Agile environment.
 * Extensive knowledge of industry leading software engineering approaches including Test Automation, Build Automation and Configuration Management frameworks.
 * Strong written and verbal technical communication skills.
 * Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships that improved the quality of work products.
 * Should be well organized, thorough, and able to handle competing priorities.
 * Ability to maintain focus and develop proficiency in new skills rapidly.
 * Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
 * Experience with object oriented programming languages such as Java, Scala or Python.

## Description

* Review and analyze complex process, system and / or data requirements and specifications across a major program or project or several small projects or programs.
 * Serve as the technical subject matter expert for one or more areas (subsystems) for a larger system or multiple areas (subsystems) for smaller systems.
 * Serve as the primary designer for complex component designs for one or more areas (subsystems) for a larger system or multiple areas (subsystems) for smaller systems.
 * Build, test, deploy, and document complex software components for one or more areas (subsystems) for a larger system or multiple areas (subsystems) for smaller systems as well as, help others with theirs.
 * Create software engineering strategies that help identify and mitigate risks.
 * Lead other team members in peer review of code and identify re-usable frameworks.
 * Interface with other team members and other teams in peer review of requirements, specifications and software.
 * Document and communicate development status in a timely manner including metric reporting.
 * Champion the collaborative resolution of defects.
 * Direct internal process improvement initiatives. Provide feedback on processes by offering suggestions.
 * Mentor and supervise junior staff in project-level tasks.
 * Participate in external process improvement committees as a Development representative.
 * Provide backup coverage for Delivery Lead.
 * Assist with adherence to technology policies and comply with all security controls.
 * Ensure all work products meets /exceeds FINRA standards.
 * Demonstration of FINRA's values.
 * Collaboration, both in-person and virtually, in furtherance of FINRA's mission of investor protection and market integrity.

Additional Details:

Job Duties

 * Design, build, and scale applications, and lead engineering teams
 * Design, develop, and maintain complex, enterprise-grade applications on AWS through clean, modular, and performant code

 * Demonstrate solid expertise in Java and Python
 * Define and drive the technical architecture and technology stack for the project
 * Strong experience in modern data storage solutions (SQL and NoSQL), API design, and integration patterns
 * Apply strong understanding of software architecture patterns (microservices, event-driven, etc.)
 * Proficiency with cloud-native development on AWS
 * Proficiency with DevOps practices, CI/CD, and infrastructure as code
 * Establish engineering best practices and coding standards
 * Collaborate with product management, architecture, and key stakeholders to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships

Resource Management

 * Recruit, interview, and onboard top engineering talent aligned with project needs
 * Collaboration, both in-person and virtually, in furtherance of FINRA's mission of investor protection and market integrity.