Senior Developer

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Senior Developer !

So, who are we

Hello, we re IG Group. No, not Instagram - though were a pretty big deal ourselves.

We re a global, FTSE 250-listed company made up of a collection of progressive fintech brands in the world of online trading and investing. The best partWe ve snapped up many awards for our top-class platforms, forward-thinking products, and incredible employee experiences.

We believe in financial freedom. And our purpose is to help ambitious people achieve it. Around 400,000 people use our groundbreaking technology and forward-thinking platforms to trade the financial products they know and love.

Did we mention we have offices in 18 countriesYes, when you join IG Group, youll have the chance to work across multiple brands, with people all over the world. Join us for an exciting future and let s innovate together!

Your role in the Team

We are looking for a Senior developer to join our one of the Core Dealing teams in Bangalore. Core Dealing teams are responsible for managing Order and Trade execution for IGs products. All teams within Core Dealing world work closely to deliver CD Modernization projects and commercial projects. You will be responsible for developing high performant, low latency systems where reliability and accuracy are paramount for delivering high-quality software within IGs most complex business domain.

What you ll do

• Guide team on aspect of Engineering Best Practices and process.

• Work closely with Architects and TL to lead the architectural implementation within and across CD teams.

• Required to work on unfamiliar technologies and code bases and acts as a trouble-shooter.

• Collaborate with other CD Teams, architects, product managers, and stakeholders to define project requirements, scope, and deliverables.

• Drive the technical direction and architecture of projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and best practices.

• Own features and solutions along with modernization plans for the tech stack you are responsible for.

• Ensure your team meets IG s software quality standards and adopts engineering best practices.

• Conduct regular code reviews and provide feedback to team members to ensure code quality, adherence to standards, and best practices.

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and knowledge sharing within the team.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues, mitigate risks, and ensure successful project outcomes.

• Stay up to date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices, and leverage this knowledge to drive technical innovation and improvement.

• Act as a liaison between the technical team and stakeholders, providing regular updates, status reports, and addressing any concerns or issues.

Who we re looking for
You re curious about things like the client experience, the rapid developments in tech, and the complex world of fintech regulation. You re also a confident, creative thinker with a knack for innovating. We know that you know every problem has a solution. Here, you can try new ideas, and lead the way in creating inspiring experiences for our clients and everyone around you.

We don t fit the corporate stereotype. If you want to work for a traditional, suit-and-tie corporate that just gives you a pay cheque at the end of the month, we might not be for you. But, if you have that IG Group energy and you can stand behind what we believe in, let s raise the bar together.

What you will need for the role

• Extensive knowledge of Java EE and related technologies: Spring Framework, JMS, etc.

• 7+ years of experience in back end technologies.

• Understanding of how JVM works.

• Hands on experience in design pattern, Spring, SpringBoot, ORMs like Hibernate, Kafka , AMQ, TDD, BDD Bamboo/Jenkins Good to have knowledge on Docker, Kubernetes and front end technologies.

• Knowledge about distributed cache like coherence, Ignite is preferred
• Strong knowledge about JMS and JMX is preferred
• Knowledge about event driven system is a added advantage.

• Experience of developing RESTful web services using Apache Tomcat.

• Firm believer in the value of agile development methodologies, Test Driven Development, and Continuous Delivery.

• Quick to assimilate new ideas and concepts - productive from day one in the role.

• Solid understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices.

• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and working in an Agile development environment.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on driving results.

• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions on time and within budget.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration and delivery.

• Experience with large-scale, enterprise-level software development projects.

How you ll grow

When you join IG Group, we want you to have more than a job - we want you to have a career. And you can. If you spot an opportunity, we want you to chase it. Stretch yourself, challenge your self-beliefs and go for the things you dream of. With internal and external learning opportunities, and the tools to help you skyrocket to success, we ll support you all the way.

And these opportunities truly are endless because we have some bold targets. We plan to expand our global presence, increase revenue growth, and ultimately deliver the world s best trading experience. We d love to have you along for the ride.

The perks

It really is more than a job. We ll recognize your talent and make sure that you can still have a life - at work, and outside of it. Networks, committees, awards, sports and social clubs, mentorships, volunteering opportunities, extra time off the list goes on.

• Matched giving for your fundraising activity.

• Flexible working hours and work-from-home opportunities.

• Performance-related bonuses.

• Insurance and medical plans.

• Career-focused technical and leadership trainings in-class and online, incl. un limited access to LinkedIn Learning platform.

• Contribution to gym memberships and more.

• A day off on your birthday.

• Two days volunteering leave per year.

Where you ll work

We follow a hybrid working model; we reckon it s the best of both worlds. This model also feeds into our secret ingredients for innovation: diversity, flexibility, and close connection. Plus, you ll be welcomed into a diverse and inclusive workforce with a lot of creative energy.

Ask our employees what their favourite thing is about working at IG, and you ll hear an echo of our culture ! That s because you can come to work as your authentic self. The things that make you, you - like your ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith, age, gender identity/expression or physical capacity - can bring a fresh perspective or new skill to our business.

That s why we welcome people from various walks of life; and anyone who wants to help us realize our vision and strategy.

So, if you re keen to connect with our values, and lead the charge on innovation, you know what to do.

Apply now!

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