ION Group

Senior Java Developer

Chicago, Illinois, United States

$149,000 – $155,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Technology, SoftwareIndustries

Employment Type

Full-time

The Role

Dash Financial Technologies LLC seeks a Senior Java Developer in Chicago, IL.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Java applications.
  • Build and manage compliance reporting systems, with a focus on FINRA CAT, using SQL and Python.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements.
  • Implement technical solutions based on project specifications.
  • Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
  • Conduct code reviews to ensure best practices and quality standards.
  • Troubleshoot and debug applications to improve performance.
  • Write unit tests and integration tests to validate functionality.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and retrospectives.
  • Document development processes, code changes, and application features.
  • Leverage continuous integration practices to streamline the software development lifecycle and improve software quality.
  • Assist in the deployment of applications and monitor performance post-launch.

Required Skills, Experience and Qualifications

  • Employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Security or a related field, followed by 6 years of progressively responsible, post-baccalaureate work experience in job offered, or in a software engineer/ developer related occupation.

Salary Range

The estimated salary range is $149,000 - $155,000. Salary is negotiable depending on experience and skills.

About Us

We’re a diverse group of visionary innovators who provide trading and workflow automation software, high-value analytics, and strategic consulting to corporations, central banks, financial institutions, and governments. Founded in 1999, we’ve achieved tremendous growth by bringing together some of the best and most successful financial technology companies in the world.

  • Over 2,000 of the world’s leading corporations, including 50% of the Fortune 500 and 30% of the world’s central banks, trust ION solutions to manage their cash, in-house banking, commodity supply chain, trading and risk.
  • Over 800 of the world’s leading banks and broker-dealers use our electronic trading platforms to operate the world’s financial market infrastructure.

ION is a rapidly expanding and dynamic group with 13,000 employees and offices in more than 40 cities around the globe. Our ever-expanding global footprint, cutting edge products, and over 40,000 customers worldwide provide an unparalleled career experience for those who share our vision.

ION is committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive environment for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We respect the varied identities, abilities, cultures, and traditions of the individuals who comprise our organization and recognize the value that different backgrounds and points of view bring to our business.

ION adheres to an equal employment opportunity policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor.

Skills

Java
SQL
Python
FINRA CAT
Agile
Continuous Integration
Software Development Lifecycle
Code Reviews
Debugging
Unit Testing
Integration Testing
Scalability
Performance Optimization

ION Group

Automation technology for financial sector clients

About ION Group

ION Group specializes in automation technology tailored for the financial sector, primarily serving institutional clients like investment banks, asset managers, and brokers. The company provides advanced software solutions that enhance trading, processing, and risk management activities in global financial markets. ION's products include sophisticated software platforms and APIs that enable clients to connect seamlessly to various trading venues and exchanges, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions. Unlike many competitors, ION stands out by acquiring entrepreneurial firms, which allows it to remain agile and responsive to market changes. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks for its clients through automation and innovative technology.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$426.5MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
AD&D and disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Life insurance
Mental health care
401K plan
Performance bonus
Supplemental workers' compensation
Family medical leave & parental leave
PTO, paid holidays, sick days, bereavement leave, and volunteer time off
Commuter checks
Company social events
Employee assistance program
Free lunch
mobile phone discount

Risks

Complexity in consolidating trading platforms may lead to operational inefficiencies.
US Treasury market's clearing mandate could impose significant compliance costs.
Potential global tariffs by Trump administration may disrupt ION's global operations.

Differentiation

ION Group specializes in automation technology for the financial sector.
The company offers sophisticated software platforms and APIs for seamless trading.
ION Group constantly innovates to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks.

Upsides

Increased demand for automation drives innovation in AI-driven trading platforms.
The rise of DeFi creates opportunities for blockchain integration in financial services.
Growing importance of ESG criteria pushes adoption of efficient reporting tools.

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