Java Developer

Job Purpose At Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), we engineer technology, exchanges and clearing houses that connect companies around the world to global capital and derivative markets.  With a leading-edge approach to developing technology platforms, we have built market infrastructure in all major trading centers, offering customers the ability to manage risk and make informed decisions globally.  By leveraging our core strengths in technology, we continue to identify new ways to serve our customers and transform global markets. We're looking for motivated, results-oriented people to join our team.   As a Java Developer, you will be part of a dynamic team responsible for the design, development, maintenance, and operational support of the backend services and applications supporting the Settlements platform.   The ideal candidate is results-oriented and self-motivated, with a genuine eagerness to grow as a backend engineer. This role focuses on server-side Java development, so a strong foundation in Java and computer science fundamentals is essential. We value demonstrated potential and a willingness to learn as much as a proven track record.

Contribute to the design and development of backend services and applications supporting the Settlements platform Contribute to the design, architecture, and development of new software components, with guidance from senior engineers. Be able to independently handle project activities related to builds and deployments. Be able to create software tests, verify the functionality and quality of the software. Create design documentation for new software development and subsequent versions. Provide second-tier production support for 24/7 applications. Provide support for deployments during maintenance windows. Troubleshoot issues as they arise, in the dev, QA and production rollout cycles Keep test environments up to date and in working order, creating environment-specific configurations and applications as necessary Identify opportunities to improve and optimize applications. Work with business analysts or product management in understanding new requirements. Follow team guidelines for quality and consistency within the design and development phases of the application(s). Follow company software development processes and standards.   Knowledge and Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field 2+ years of experience in Java design and development Solid grasp of core Java, Java collections, and object-oriented design Exposure to open source frameworks like Spring Exposure to Tomcat/SpringBoot/Vertx or equivalent application servers Familiarity with relational databases; able to write basic SQL/PL/SQL queries Understanding of security concerns for web-based applications Experience with writing unit tests Experience with SDLC Tools like GIT, JIRA, Jenkins, gradle, or equivalent tools Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Front-end experience with a JavaScript framework such as React or Angular is a nice-to-have A strong foundation in computer science fundamentals and eagerness to grow as a backend developer Working knowledge and use of AI tools such as GitHub copilot, Cursor, or Claude is a plus Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.