Tech Lead (Java), New York at ION Group

New York, New York, United States

ION Group Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
FinanceIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 10+ years of engineering experience, preferably in the financial domain, and 5+ years of experience leading teams in product development environments. They should have a strong understanding of efficient development processes, quality frameworks, and automation, along with proficiency in Java, the Spring ecosystem, databases, and distributed applications. Furthermore, candidates must demonstrate experience with containerization and deployment technologies, and a deep understanding of modern cloud providers, particularly Azure, and hybrid/multi-cloud setups, alongside a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

The Tech Lead will lead product teams, making informed technical decisions and translating vision and strategy into actionable tasks, while also interfacing with senior technical and business stakeholders to align technology solutions with business objectives. They will establish efficient development processes, quality frameworks, and routine automation, utilizing modern tools to accelerate engineering. Additionally, the Tech Lead will work with modern technologies including Java, the Spring ecosystem, databases, distributed applications, containerization, and deployments, and demonstrate a deep understanding of modern cloud providers' capabilities, particularly Azure, and an understanding of hybrid and multi-cloud setups, ultimately delivering innovative applications that solve complex problems and enhance performance and productivity for Lab49’s clients.

Skills

Java
Spring
Databases
Distributed Applications
Containerization
Deployment Technologies
Azure
Multi-Cloud
DevOps
Automation

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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