Lead Java Full Stack Engineer

We are seeking aLead Java Full Stack Engineer to accelerate modernization work across credit risk workflows, model integration, and DB2-exit-adjacent data modernization. This role sits within the risk management function, where credit officers review counterparties through business workflows relying on model-generated ratings. Many of these models remain partly legacy and require modernization, with funding already allocated for data modernization initiatives, including DB2 exit work.

Responsibilities

• Drive modernization efforts across credit risk workflows and model integration processes
• Support the transition of legacy models to modernized architectures
• Integrate model runs initiated from business workflows with the analytics platform to return accurate ratings
• Contribute to data modernization initiatives, including DB2 exit work
• Collaborate with credit officers and risk management stakeholders to align technical solutions with business needs
• Plug directly into existing workflow modernization work with minimal ramp-up time
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate the software development lifecycle
• Partner with model risk and front-office risk teams to ensure alignment across the broader risk function
• Deliver full-stack solutions that support an under-resourced function seeking to move faster

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in full-stack software engineering with a Java-first profile
• Proficiency in Python for model and analytics integration
• Familiarity with GitHub Copilot as a primary AI development tool, with the Claude app as secondary
• Understanding of credit risk workflows, model integration, and business rating systems
• Background in data modernization initiatives, including legacy database exit strategies such as DB2
• Capability to work within an AI-driven SDLC environment and integrate quickly into existing modernization efforts
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher