Lead Java Engineer

Job Description Summary

Job Description

This position will follow our hybrid work model and will be based at the following office location: St. Petersburg, FL.

Skills and Responsibilities:

• 10+ years of hands-on experience with Java (Java 8+), Spring, Spring Boot, REST, SOAP, and Microservices.

• Strong understanding of software engineering principles, object-oriented design, and design patterns.

• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, integration frameworks, and distributed caching strategies.

• Experience with Distributed Caching Products like Redis

• Develop and manage RESTful APIs and messaging systems (JMS, Kafka).

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

• Drive adoption of cloud-native technologies, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and DevOps practices.

• Implement robust monitoring and observability using tools like Datadog, Dynatrace, or Splunk.

• Apply Generative AI tools to enhance application intelligence and developer productivity.

• Experience in financial services or enterprise-scale applications is preferred.

• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

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Workstyle

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. 

We expect our associates at all levels to:
•  Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
•  Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
•  Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
•  Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
•  Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates.  When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.