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Lead Developer / Java / Onsite

Motion Recruitment Partners, LLCPhiladelphia, PA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Aug 20, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Lead Java Developer role offers a fantastic opportunity to leverage your deep expertise in Core Java and JVM internals on mission-critical infrastructure within a highly respected financial services firm. You'll thrive here if you possess a strong command of concurrency and performance-focused engineering, with excellent compensation, benefits, and growth potential awaiting you. Apply now to join a team that genuinely values technical depth and contribute to impactful real-time systems.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Philadelphia, PA, United States
Posted
4 weeks ago
Java

Job Description

A leading financial services firm is hiring a Lead Java Engineer to join their engineering team. You must currently reside in the Greater Philadelphia area to be considered.

They are seeking deep expertise in Core Java to work on mission-critical, real-time infrastructure. This is not a framework, web services, or cloud role - candidates with that background will not be the right fit. To succeed here, you need a strong command of JVM internals, concurrency, and performance-focused engineering in high-throughput, low-latency environments. This is an environment where technical depth is genuinely valued and rewarded, with strong compensation, excellent benefits, and clear pathways for growth.

Required Skills & Experience
  • 10+ years of experience in Core Java development
  • Deep understanding of JVM internals
  • Strong command of multithreading and concurrency
  • At least a BS in Computer Science or related field
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Industry experience
  • MS or PhD
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
  • 100% Java
Daily Responsibilities
  • 90% Hands On
  • 10% Leadership Duties

The Offer
  • Bonus eligible
You will receive the following benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Vacation Time
  • Equity
  • 401(k) + Company Match
  • Wellness Incentives

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

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