Core Java DeveloperNew York City, New YorkEmployment Type: Full-TimeThis is a hybrid position and 3 days in person mandatoryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Core Java Developer to join our technology team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in full software development lifecycle, with deep expertise in Core Java, PL/SQL, and MySQL, as well as hands-on experience with Kafka and Redis. The position demands a technically sound professional with excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive mindset.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, or Computer Applications (BE/B.Tech/MCA)Excellent written and verbal communication skillsMinimum 10 years of programming experienceMinimum 5 years of experience in the financial industryKey ResponsibilitiesContribute to all phases of the development lifecycle: analysis, design, development, implementation, testing, and production supportWork within Agile teams to deliver high-quality software solutions in an iterative and collaborative mannerAnalyze complex technical requirements and provide reliable software solutionsPerform unit and system testing and contribute to performance tuning effortsCollaborate with business analysts, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver results aligned with business goalsParticipate in code reviews, mentoring, and knowledge sharing across teamsRequired Skills:Core Java – Strong proficiency in object-oriented programming, data structures, and algorithmsPL/SQL, MySQL – Ability to write complex stored procedures, triggers, and functionsSQL – Business logic implementation through stored procedures and advanced query techniquesKafka – Experience with distributed messaging and stream processingRedis – Usage in caching, session management, or message brokeringPreferred Skills:Experience with Agile methodologies and tools like Jira or ConfluenceExposure to unit testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, TestNG)Knowledge of performance tuning and debugging tools