We are seeking a Senior Java Engineer (AI-Assisted SDLC). You will build and support a core clearing platform, using Claude daily across design, coding, testing, review and documentation. You will ship small, well-tested changes early, work closely with domain experts and strengthen APIs, integrations, SQL models and event-driven services.

Responsibilities
Build and enhance Java services for a core clearing platform across BAU and change delivery
Use Claude or equivalent agentic tools daily to accelerate design, coding, testing, review and documentation
Deliver small, well-tested improvements each sprint, balancing speed with release safety
Develop and maintain APIs and microservices, including integration patterns and service contracts
Support event-driven integrations using messaging technologies such as Kafka or MQ
Work with relational data models, writing productive SQL and supporting data quality
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, deployment hygiene and operational readiness
Collaborate with domain experts to translate business processes into code,



tests and specifications

Requirements
Java skill sets, including up-to-date Java (17+) and frameworks such as Spring Boot
Generative AI in SDLC experience, with practical Claude usage and examples of productivity gains
API and integration background across microservices and distributed systems
SQL capability with relational data models and query optimization fundamentals
Event-driven systems knowledge using tools such as Kafka or MQ
CI/CD and DevOps understanding to support reliable releases
Cloud and containers exposure for deployment and runtime operations

Nice to have
Derivatives or clearing domain knowledge (ETD or OTC, margin, positions, settlement)
Knowledge graphs or semantic models and exposure to Model Context Protocol (MCP)
FIX protocol knowledge and client or exchange connectivity
Python exposure for automation, analytics or AI integrations

📌 Senior Java Engineer Ai Assisted Sdlc Sydney
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 Sydney