Software Engineer – Cash Equities Trading ( Python, FIX & Fidessa )

ETT CareerMove; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ETT CareerMove is seeking a Software Engineer for Cash Equities Trading in Sydney. You will contribute to high-performance trading and analytics applications, using Python, FIX & Fidessa, and modern frontend tools.

The role emphasizes backend Python development with a robust React frontend, within a dynamic financial services environment. Australian work rights are required and the position is office-based in Sydney.

Qualifications

• 4–12 years of software engineering experience.
• Background in capital markets, trading platforms or front-office technology.
• Strong Python backend and React frontend development.
• Valid Australian work rights.

Skills

Python

React

TypeScript

FIX Protocol

Fidessa

PostgreSQL

MS SQL

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

TDD

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Job description

Software Engineer Cash Equities Trading ( Python, FIX & Fidessa )

Location: Sydney, Australia | 4 12 Years | 12-Month Contract (work from office)

Join a fast growing global financial services firm building high-performance trading and analytics applications used by front-office teams every day.

Tech Stack

• Python, React & TypeScript
• FIX Protocol & Fidessa
• PostgreSQL & MS SQL
• CI/CD, Docker & Kubernetes
• TDD and enterprise API development

We're looking for

• 4 12 years of software engineering experience
• Background in capital markets, trading platforms or front-office technology
• Strong Python backend and React frontend development
• Valid Australian work rights (citizens, PR, or valid work visa)