<p><strong>Title: Java Backend Developer</strong></p><p><strong>Title location: Westlake, Texas - Onsite</strong></p><p><strong>Employment Type: Full Time</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About VLink: </strong>Started in 2006 and headquartered in Connecticut, VLink is one of the fastest growing digital technology services and consulting companies. Since its inception, our innovative team members have been solving the most complex business, and IT challenges of our global clients.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Description:</strong></p><p>Join Client as a Backend Engineer and help build the resilient systems that power mission‑critical financial operations.</p><p>In this role, you’ll work with a modern tech stack and an agile team to design and deliver scalable, high‑performance Java back‑end platforms that drive real innovation in financial services.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Your future duties and responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Design and develop multi-layered backend systems using Java, Spring Boot, and PL/SQL</li><li>Build RESTful APIs and microservices with a focus on scalability, performance, and maintainability</li><li>Optimize database schemas, stored procedures, and transactional SQL (Oracle/DB2)</li><li>Drive CI/CD automation using Jenkins, Git, and Deploy</li><li>Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement monitoring, resiliency, and release pipelines</li><li>Lead code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure delivery quality</li><li>Resolve cross-technology roadblocks and contribute to process improvements that enhance team velocity</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Required qualifications to be successful in this role:</strong></p><ul><li>10+ years of backend programming experience with Java, Spring, and Spring Boot</li><li>Deep expertise in API design, microservices architecture, and database engineering</li><li>Strong command of Oracle or DB2, PL/SQL, and transactional SQL</li><li>Hands-on experience with Git branching strategies, Jenkins, Sonar, and deployment automation</li><li>Familiarity with DevOps tools like HP Operations Orchestration, ServiceNow, and HP Service Manager</li><li>Agile mindset with a focus on quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement</li><li>Excellent communication and problem-solving skills</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Desired Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in financial services or asset management domains</li><li>Exposure to alternative investments (Derivatives, Liquid Alts, Private Equity)</li><li>Strong stakeholder engagement and technical leadership inclination</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Skills:</strong></p><p>Java</p><p>Spring</p><p>SQL</p><p>Atlassian Confluence</p><p>Jira</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Employment Practices:</strong></p><p>EEO, ADA, FMLA Compliant</p><p>VLink is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Applicant information will be handled in accordance with VLink's privacy policy.</p>
