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Java Developer React

@ Talan
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London, England, United Kingdom
HybridFull Time
Responsibilities:designing applications, developing APIs, supporting production
Requirements Summary:Strong Java server-side experience, React and JavaScript, RESTful APIs, SQL, multi-threaded/distributed systems, CI/CD (Jenkins, TeamCity) and Ansible; experience in capital markets/investment banking preferred.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Java, React, RESTful APIs, JavaScript, SQL, Jenkins, TeamCity, Ansible, CI/CD
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Job Description:

Java Developer React

Location - London

On-Prem 3 Days per Week

Talan is looking for a talented Java Developer with React experience to join our team delivering cutting-edge Front Office solutions within Global Markets environments.

You will play a key role in designing and enhancing regulatory, alerting, and sales enablement platforms, directly supporting front-office users and business stakeholders across capital markets.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-impact, real-time applications in complex trading environments, collaborating with both business and technical teams to drive innovation and performance.

You will be part of a Front Office technology ecosystem supporting Global Markets activities, working on advanced sales and trading tools used by front-office teams.

The role operates within a distributed, agile delivery model, collaborating closely with:

  • Business stakeholders (sales & trading)
  • Application support teams
  • QA and testing teams
  • Distributed development teams across Europe and globally

You will contribute to the development of modern, scalable applications used in fast-paced, business-critical environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop and maintain front-office sales tools and associated applications
  • Contribute across the full software development lifecycle (analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and support)
  • Build and enhance high-performance, low-latency applications
  • Develop RESTful APIs and modern web interfaces (React)
  • Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver value-driven solutions
  • Work alongside production support teams to ensure smooth releases and operational stability
  • Provide 3rd line support and assist in troubleshooting production issues
  • Participate in code reviews and continuous improvement initiatives

 

Skills & Experience (Required)

  • Strong experience in Java (server-side development)
  • Experience building web-based applications and REST APIs
  • Solid experience with JavaScript frameworks, particularly React
  • Good understanding of application performance and optimisation
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to operate effectively in agile, collaborative environments
  • Experience with relational databases and SQL
  • Exposure to investment banking or capital markets environments
  • Experience with multi-threaded and distributed systems
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, TeamCity) and deployment tools (Ansible)
  • Knowledge of front office trading systems (FX, Rates, Credit, or derivatives)
  • Experience with monitoring and observability tools
  • Strong problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach
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