Sr. Java Developer (Locals to FL only)

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Application Developer (Java)

Location: St. Pete, FL (Hybrid)

Duration: Long term Contract

This role is hybrid where you should expect to be in the office between 10-12 days a month.

Duties

As a Lead Developer, you will play a key role in shaping the technical vision and execution of software solutions supporting our chatbot. You’ll work on designing, building, and optimizing high-performance, scalable chatbot that will be used by our Advisors. This position requires a

blend of deep technical expertise and strategic collaboration across multiple teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and Architect: Design, develop, and deliver enterprise-grade trading applications that align with business objectives and technology strategy.
• System Design: Architect robust, scalable, and maintainable solutions for complex agentic systems.
• Quality & Performance: Oversee code reviews, testing, and performance tuning to ensure optimal system reliability and efficiency.
• Collaboration: Partner closely with Development Managers, Engineers, Business Analysts, Project Managers, and Vendors to ensure alignment, transparency, and successful delivery.
• Engineering Excellence: Champion modern software engineering practices, including CI/CD, automated testing, and agile delivery.
• Innovation: Stay ahead of emerging technologies and frameworks, leading proof-of-concept initiatives to evaluate new tools and methodologies.
• Issue Resolution: Own and resolve complex technical challenges, ensuring system stability and long- term maintainability.
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all solutions adhere to Raymond James’ security, compliance, and documentation standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive proactive problem analysis to minimize defects, reduce rework, and improve delivery timelines.
• Other Duties: Perform additional responsibilities as required.

Skills

• Experience: 8+ years of software development experience with at least 3 years in a technical
• leadership role.
• Technical Expertise: Proven experience in modern programming languages (e.g., C#, Java),
• distributed systems and financial applications.
• Tools & Frameworks: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, cloud platforms, and performance monitoring tools.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership abilities with a collaborative mindset.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.