FICC Rates Engineer AVP — Real-Time Trading Systems

Goldman Sachs; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldman Sachs is seeking an engineer to design and develop distributed, real-time trading systems that manage Gov't bonds and interest rate swaps with low latency and high reliability. The role emphasizes bridging pricing logic, human interfaces, and client demand to support automated market making.

Ideal candidates will have a STEM degree and strong Java/C++ skills, plus experience with Linux and concurrent programming.

Qualifications

• STEM degree is required.
• Strong knowledge of Java and C++ programming concepts.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming, data structures, algorithms and design patterns.
• Experience with Linux operating system internals and/or networking concepts.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop distributed, real-time trading systems for Gov't bonds and IRS flows.
• Bridge pricing, interfaces and client demand to deliver robust trading solutions.
• Build low-latency infrastructure and scalable architecture for automated market making.
• Collaborate with global teams to ensure competitive technology in evolving markets.

Skills

Java

C++

OOP

Data structures

Algorithms

Linux

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Goldman Sachs is seeking an engineer to design and develop distributed, real-time trading systems that manage Gov't bonds and interest rate swaps with low latency and high reliability. The role emphasizes bridging pricing logic, human interfaces, and client demand to support automated market making.

Ideal candidates will have a STEM degree and strong Java/C++ skills, plus experience with Linux and concurrent programming.