Apprentice

What We Are Looking For

Role Responsibilities:

• Support development and maintenance of Java-based applications.

• Develop and optimize database queries, procedures, and data models.

• Analyze business and technical requirements. Participate in application testing, debugging, and performance tuning.

• Support cloud-based deployments and development activities on AWS.

• Collaborate with senior developers and business stakeholders on project deliverables.

Preferred: Exposure to Spring Boot, REST APIs, Git, and Agile development practices.

What We Value

Successful apprentices demonstrate:

• Strong learning agility and curiosity

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities

• Attention to detail and quality

• Teamwork and collaboration

• Ownership and accountability

• Effective verbal and written communication

• Passion for technology and innovation

• Interest in Financial Markets and Investment Management

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Good understanding of Java programming and core object-oriented concepts.

• Strong knowledge of relational databases and SQL.

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues effectively.

• Familiarity with AWS cloud services.

• Strong learning mindset, communication skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Programming Fundamentals

Basic understanding of:

• Java Programming (Core Java)

  • Variables, Data Types

  • Loops and Conditional Statements

  • Methods and Functions

  • Collections

  • Exception Handling

  • Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

Database & SQL

Basic knowledge of:

• Relational Database concepts

• SQL Queries

• SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE statements

• Joins and Subqueries

• Views

• Basic Data Validation techniques

• Understanding of tables, keys, and relationships

Software Engineering Fundamentals

Exposure to:

• Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

• Version Control concepts (Git preferred)

• Debugging and Troubleshooting

• Unit Testing concepts

• Application Deployment fundamentals

• Client-Server Architecture

• APIs and System Integration basics

Enterprise Application Concepts

Understanding of:

• Business Applications

• Data Processing and Workflows

• System Configuration concepts

• Batch Processing

• Reporting and Analytics fundamentals

• Enterprise Software Support concepts

Education & Preferred Qualifications

Required Bachelor's Degree in:

• Computer Science

• Information Technology

• Electronics & Communication

• Engineering or related technical disciplines

Strong foundation in:

• Programming Concepts

• Data Structures & Algorithms

• Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

• Database Management Systems (DBMS)

• SQL

• Computer Networks (basic understanding)

• Operating Systems fundamentals

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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