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Entrylevel Java Backend Developer Jobs in New York, NY

Associate Backend Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$95K - $115K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Role We're looking for a Backend Developer with 1-3 years of experience to join our engineering ... Java * You've actually used AI agents (Claude, Copilot, Cursor, or similar) to build, debug, and ...

Associate Backend Engineer

New York, NY · Hybrid

$95K - $115K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Role We're looking for a Backend Developer with 1-3 years of experience to join our engineering ... Java * You've actually used AI agents (Claude, Copilot, Cursor, or similar) to build, debug, and ...

Java Developer

Middletown, NJ · On-site

$52 - $67.25/hr

Middletown, NJ Duration : 2-3 years + extensions Must-have 5-8 years of experience with Back-End Java Development Extensive Java programming experience Experience with Maven projects Basic knowledge ...

Java Developer

Middletown, NJ

$52 - $67.25/hr

Middletown, NJ Duration : 2-3 years + extensions Must-have 5-8 years of experience with Back-End Java Development Extensive Java programming experience Experience with Maven projects Basic knowledge ...

Senior Java Developer

New York, NY · On-site

$62.75 - $79.75/hr

We are looking for a Senior Java Developer who will design, develop, and maintain Java-based systems for equities trading, focusing on backend development, potentially including front-end components ...

Java Developer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$56.25 - $72.75/hr

This team is focused on rebuilding web application to be compatible with JPMC tech. Looking for Full Stack Developer, about 70% backend, 30% front end. Must haves: Java Spring Boot React, Typescript ...

Java Developer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$56.25 - $72.75/hr

Looking for a strong java developer, the role is all back end. * Focused on someone who comes from financial services (ideally an Equities/Front Office team) * Looking for Java 8+ (they use versions ...

Full Stack Java Developer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$54.62 - $64.62/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

The ideal candidate will have strong backend expertise in Java, experience with API development (REST SOAP), and solid database programming skills using Oracle PL/SQL. Exposure to Python, application ...

Java Developer

South Orange, NJ · On-site

$52 - $67.50/hr

We are seeking an experienced Java Developer with strong expertise in building scalable, secure ... Design and implement scalable REST APIs, microservices, and backend services following industry ...

Java Developer

East Orange, NJ · On-site

$53.25 - $68.75/hr

We are seeking an experienced Java Developer with strong expertise in building scalable, secure ... Design and implement scalable REST APIs, microservices, and backend services following industry ...

Java Developer

Elizabeth, NJ · On-site

$51.25 - $66.50/hr

We are seeking an experienced Java Developer with strong expertise in building scalable, secure ... Design and implement scalable REST APIs, microservices, and backend services following industry ...

Java Developer

Montclair, NJ · On-site

$52 - $67.25/hr

We are seeking an experienced Java Developer with strong expertise in building scalable, secure ... Design and implement scalable REST APIs, microservices, and backend services following industry ...

Java Developer

Williamsbridge, NY · On-site

$53.50 - $69/hr

We are seeking an experienced Java Developer with strong expertise in building scalable, secure ... Design and implement scalable REST APIs, microservices, and backend services following industry ...

Java Developer

West Paterson, NJ · On-site

$51.75 - $66.75/hr

We are seeking an experienced Java Developer with strong expertise in building scalable, secure ... Design and implement scalable REST APIs, microservices, and backend services following industry ...

Java Developer

Bellerose, NY · On-site

$54 - $70/hr

We are seeking an experienced Java Developer with strong expertise in building scalable, secure ... Design and implement scalable REST APIs, microservices, and backend services following industry ...

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Software Developer - Fixed Income Technology (Java)

Jefferies

Manhattan, NY

$125K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago


Job description

We are seeking a Java Backend Engineer to join our Fixed Income Front Office Technology team. The team develops real-time market data and analytics platforms used directly by hundreds of salespeople and traders globally.  This role offers significant exposure to electronic trading, data analytics, and event-driven distributed systems that process 500 million messages per day. 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Work as part of a team in the design and implementation of a global Front Office application, with a focus on real-time delivery and aggregation of large datasets;

  • Own the full software development lifecycle for key components, from requirements gathering and architecture through implementation, deployment and production support;

  • Improve and maintain the existing codebase;

  • Collaborate with teams across business lines and global regions;

  • Contribute to the firm's agentic AI platform;

  • Assist with design and code review;

  • Provide second-line production support.

Required Background

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related technical discipline;

  • Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills;

  • Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills;

  • Ability to learn and adapt quickly;

  • Ability to work well with business managers, traders and developers.

Required Experience/Skills

  • 2+ years previous experience in a similar position;

  • Building applications in at least one compiled language (e.g. Java, C++) deployed to a Linux environment;

  • Messaging, event-driven and PUB/SUB architecture (e.g. Kafka, Solace, Ion, etc);

  • Distributed caching (e.g. AMPS, Hazelcast, etc).

Technology Stack

  • Java 17+

  • Linux

  • AMPS 

  • Atlassian & Github Actions CI/CD

  • Oracle / Redshift / KDB+

  • AWS

  • Docker / Kubernetes / ArgoCD

  • AI Agents / LLM Platforms

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range of $125,000 - $160,000. 

Jefferies is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm that provides advisory, sales and trading, research, and wealth and asset management services. With more than 40 offices around the world, we offer insights and expertise to investors, companies, and governments.

At Jefferies, we are committed to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. As a result, we are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.

Jefferies is committed to creating and sustaining a workforce that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, pregnancy, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. As part of this commitment, Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law.

The salary offered will take into consideration an individual's experience level and qualifications. In addition to salary, Jefferies Financial Group is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible, full-time employees or part-time employees, who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours or more per week, including an annual discretionary incentive and retention bonus, competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Jefferies also offers paid time off packages that include planned time off (e.g., vacation), unplanned time off (e.g., sick leave), and paid holidays, and for full-time employees, paid parental leave.