Senior Java Developer

We are seeking a Senior Java Developer to join our global Fixed Income Rates and Credit Markets Technology team. You will work across multiple countries to design and deliver high-performance trading applications, enhancing existing systems and developing new features. Join us to contribute to a sophisticated, multi-faceted trading platform and advance your career in financial technology. This role offers a hybrid model, allowing you to work 3 days a week from our office in Kraków. Responsibilities • Architect scalable Java applications for complex business challenges • Develop high-performance components for Fixed Income Rates and Credit trading desks • Optimize and refactor existing system components to improve performance and maintainability • Lead user acceptance testing and demonstration sessions with key stakeholders • Translate business requirements into detailed technical specifications • Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure seamless system integration • Support production rollouts and provide ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting Requirements • 5+ years of professional Java and Spring development experience • Strong knowledge of low-latency, multi-threaded programming techniques • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills • Strong communication skills to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders • Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and market changes • Experience in financial services or trading platform development preferred • English proficiency at B2 level or higher Nice to have • Understanding of financial markets, particularly Rates and Credit bonds or derivatives with trading platforms such as Bloomberg and Tradeweb • Familiarity with messaging systems like Apache Kafka and data serialization formats such as AVRO • Knowledge of cloud platforms including Azure, AWS, or GCP We offer • We gather like-minded people:• Engineering community of industry professionals • Friendly team and enjoyable working environment • Flexible schedule and opportunity to work remotely within Poland • Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually • Business-driven relocation opportunities • We provide growth opportunities: • Outstanding career roadmap • Leadership development, career advising, soft skills, and well-being programs • Certification (GCP, Azure, AWS) • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, Cloud Guru • English classes • We cover it all: • Stable income (Employment Contract or B2B) • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan • Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers) • Strategically located offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, fantastic coffee, and more • Referral bonuses • Corporate, social and well-being events • Please, note: • The set of bonuses might vary based on the role you apply for – specifics will be discussed with our recruiter during the general interview • We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.