Contract Java Engineer

MCS Group is working with a world-renowned Financial Trading House as they look for two Contract Java Engineers to join them for 12 months. As Contract Java Engineer, you will work on software which directly feeds into this client's flagship trading application. As Contract Java Engineer, you will get first-hand experience of the world of Financial Trading, and join this leading organisation at a time of incredible change and technical transformation.

This is an incredible time to get involved with this organisation, who have recently secured a long-term partnership with a leading Cloud provider. If you are interested in GCP and would like to acquire hands-on experience- this is for you.

The Role

• You will join a powerhouse in the global trading scene as they continue their journey of Cloud Transformation across the organisation and it's one you'll definitely want to get involved with!
• You will work on a team who specialise in ultra low latency performance and absolute reliability.
• You will get involved in everything from discussions at architectural level, to design & development and hands on coding (Java).
• You will champion development best-practice, reviewing code to ensure integrity and using your problem solving skills to identify solutions to potential issues.
• You will have a one of a kind opportunity to be part of the flagship platform's move onto GCP.

The Person

• You will have extensive commercial experience with Java, with proven ability to write solid, clean code.
• Ideally you will have experience of BDD, and have worked in an Agile environment.
• Experience of developing applications in the Cloud is desirable.
• Previous experience of Java Development on low latency / financial trading platforms and applications is highly desirable.
• This role can wait for 4 weeks for someone to start, so is perfect if you have a 4 week notice period.

Length: 12 month contract
Rate: Highly competitive rate / Depending on previous experience
IR35: Inside
Location: Hybrid (2 days per week in the office in Belfast Northern Ireland)

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Jill Johnston, Head of IT Contracts, at MCS Group +442896 935509

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