Job ID: JOB_ID_7051
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Java Developer with a specialization in Market Data Development to join our team. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance Java-based market data applications and services. You will be instrumental in integrating and supporting vendor market data APIs, building real-time data ingestion, normalization, and distribution pipelines, and partnering with trading, quant, and infrastructure teams to deliver low-latency data solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial services, a deep understanding of market data concepts, and proven experience with real-time streaming and messaging technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Java-based market data applications and services.
- Integrate and support vendor market data APIs (e.g., Bloomberg B-Pipe, Refinitiv Elektron).
- Build real-time data ingestion, normalization, and distribution pipelines.
- Partner with trading, quant, and infrastructure teams to deliver low-latency data solutions.
- Troubleshoot production issues related to market data feeds, entitlements, and distribution.
- Optimize system performance, scalability, and reliability across market data platforms.
- Contribute to the architecture and design of next-generation market data systems.
Required Qualifications:
- 10+ years of Java development experience in financial services.
- Strong experience with market data systems and vendor APIs (Bloomberg, LSEG/Refinitiv).
- Hands-on experience with real-time streaming and messaging technologies (Kafka, Solace, Tibco, etc.).
- Solid understanding of market data concepts (pricing, reference data, symbology, entitlements).
- Experience building low-latency, high-throughput systems.
- Strong debugging and production support capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred).
- Knowledge of FIX protocol or trading systems.
- Exposure to Python for scripting or data analysis.
- Familiarity with Linux environments and distributed systems.
Additional Details:
- Location: New York City, NY or Jersey City, NJ (3 days onsite per week).
- Duration: 6+ months.
- Experience: 15+ years preferred.
Special Requirements
3 days onsite per week in New York City, NY or Jersey City, NJ.
Compensation & Location
Salary: $70 – $90 per year (Estimated)
Location: New York City, NY
Recruiter / Company – Contact Information
Recruiter / Employer: RCI
Email: amika@rconsultinginc.com
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