Front Arena Trading Systems Specialist

Elan Computing (Schweiz) AG; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis in Zurich is seeking a senior Software Engineer for Front Arena-based trading solutions. You will design, develop, test, and maintain components for electronic trading, market-making, order management, and pricing workflows.

You will integrate with exchanges and brokers, troubleshoot FIX connectivity, and build automation with Python and PowerShell. The role requires a university degree and 5+ years of Front Arena experience, strong English, and collaboration with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• University degree in Computer Science, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience working with Front Arena trading solutions.
• Strong knowledge of equities, structured products, and/or derivatives trading.
• Good understanding of electronic trading workflows and exchange connectivity.
• Experience with FIX Protocol, including session-level and business-level troubleshooting.
• Strong Python development and automation skills.
• Experience building Git repositories and developing CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with PowerShell and Windows-based environments.
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals and distributed systems.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Very good English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Front Arena-based trading solutions.
• Support electronic trading, market-making, order management, and pricing workflows.
• Integrate Front Arena with exchanges, brokers, market data providers, and internal systems.
• Support and troubleshoot FIX connectivity and trading flows.
• Develop automation and operational tooling using Python and PowerShell.
• Investigate and resolve production issues through root cause analysis.
• Contribute to code reviews, software quality, and CI/CD processes.
• Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to deliver robust solutions.
• Drive continuous improvements in platform stability, performance, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Python development

Automation skills

CI/CD knowledge

Analytical skills

English language skills

Education

University degree in Computer Science, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

PowerShell

FIX Protocol

Git

Windows

Networking basics

Job description

Function:Software Development and Engineering

Remotely: Hybrid

Experis® is a global leader in IT professional resourcing, permanent recruitment, project solutions, and managed services. With over 25 years of experience in Switzerland and offices in Zürich, Basel, and Geneva, we connect top IT talent with leading companies. Our mission is to help professionals unlock their potential and thrive in dynamic, future-ready careers.

Location: Zurich
Start date: immediately - flexible
Duration: 12 months – with possibility of extension

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Front Arena-based trading solutions
• Support electronic trading, market-making, order management, and pricing workflows
• Integrate Front Arena with exchanges, brokers, market data providers, and internal systems
• Support and troubleshoot FIX connectivity and trading flows
• Develop automation and operational tooling using Python and PowerShell
• Investigate and resolve production issues through root cause analysis
• Contribute to code reviews, software quality, and CI/CD processes
• Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to deliver robust solutions
• Drive continuous improvements in platform stability, performance, and operational efficiency

Qualifications

• University degree in Computer Science, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience working with Front Arena trading solutions
• Strong knowledge of equities, structured products, and/or derivatives trading
• Good understanding of electronic trading workflows and exchange connectivity
• Experience with FIX Protocol, including session-level and business-level troubleshooting
• Strong Python development and automation skills
• Experience building Git repositories and developing CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with PowerShell and Windows-based environments
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals and distributed systems
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Very good English language skills

Due to Swiss work permit restrictions, we can only consider applications from EU citizens or holders of valid working permit in Switzerland.