Back-End Java Developer

As a Back-End Java Developer reporting to Sr. Director – Software Engineering, you'll play a critical role in building and delivering a next-generation trade surveillance platform that powers compliance and market integrity for exchanges, regulators, and market participants worldwide.

You'll thrive in this position if you're resilient, solutions-oriented, and comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. A background in capital markets — particularly trading, clearing, or surveillance — will set you up for success from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize back-end Java solutions for a high-volume, critically important trade surveillance platform.

• Translate complex system requirements and business processes into robust, scalable software across multiple asset classes and data sources.

• Drive continuous integration practices and maintain performance standards using profiling and monitoring tools.

• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to contribute to all stages of the software development lifecycle, from architecture through testing and deployment.

• Apply deep technical expertise to identify performance bottlenecks, resolve issues efficiently, and deliver innovative solutions that meet evolving product requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• At least 3 years of software development experience, with strong expertise in back-end Java development.

• Proven knowledge of core Java fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and networking protocols.

• Proficiency with Linux environments and log analysis tools; familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and performance profiling.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in capital markets, fintech, or a regulated industry — particularly in trading, clearing, or surveillance functions.

• Experience working with high transaction volumes and multiple asset classes (equities, fixed income, commodities).

• Knowledge of AWS or other cloud platforms.

• Exposure to global teams and multi-functional collaboration in fast-paced delivery environments.

This position will be located in Sydney, Australia and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 2 days a week in-office (may increase to 3 days in the future).

This is a permanent, full-time role so candidates should have full working rights in Australia. To be eligible to apply, you must have Australian citizenship or permanent residency status.

Benefits & Rewards

We offer private health insurance, employee stock purchase plan, equity grant, annual bonus, counseling sessions through Lyra, a global mentoring program, subscription to e-learning platforms, fitness, wellness and more.

For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career Page.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.