Senior Applications Developer – Java Full Stack

Position Overview We are seeking a Senior Applications Developer / Java Full Stack Developer with strong hands-on experience in Java development, Microsoft SQL Server, stored procedures, and SWIFT messaging within the financial services industry. The ideal candidate will have a solid software development background and experience working with financial applications, particularly SWIFT MT5xx securities messages . Work Location: New York, NY – On-Site Note: The position is primarily targeted to candidates in the New York Metropolitan area . If the local candidate pool is limited, the search may be broadened to candidates outside the NY Metropolitan area. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, enhance, and maintain enterprise applications using Java . Develop and maintain applications across the full stack as required. Design, optimize, and troubleshoot MS SQL Server databases and stored procedures . Work with business and technical teams to understand requirements and deliver reliable application solutions. Develop and support applications that process and integrate SWIFT financial messages . Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve application and production issues. Participate in application design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance. Ensure applications meet performance, reliability, security, and quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a financial services environment. Required Skills Strong hands-on Java development experience. Strong experience with MS SQL Server . Strong experience developing and working with SQL stored procedures . Experience with SWIFT messaging standards and financial messaging. Understanding of SWIFT MT messages , particularly MT5xx . Experience working in the financial services / banking / securities domain is strongly preferred. Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Experience Experience with SWIFT MT500-series / MT5xx securities messages . Experience with securities processing, settlement, trade processing, or related financial applications. Full-stack application development experience. Experience working with enterprise-scale financial applications. Domain Focus: Financial Services / Securities Top 3 Required Skills Java Development – strong hands-on development experience. MS SQL Server & Stored Procedures – strong database development and stored procedure experience. SWIFT Messaging – understanding and practical experience with SWIFT messages, with MT5xx securities messages preferred . SWIFT Category 5 (MT5xx) covers Securities Markets , including messages related to registration, trading, confirmations, settlement, holdings, and transaction reporting.