eTrading Developer - Java, Strat

Robert Walters UK; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank is seeking an experienced eTrading Strategist / Developer for their Rates and e-trading platform in London. The role involves developing low-latency Java systems and collaborating with a global team to enhance trading strategies. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in Java and a good understanding of market dynamics, with the opportunity to make significant impacts on trading performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in eTrading or a similar fast-moving tech environment.
• Strong Java development experience in low-latency/high-performance systems.
• Understanding of market microstructure and electronic execution.

Responsibilities

• Build and optimize algorithmic and execution strategies for Rates products.
• Develop robust low-latency Java systems and infrastructure for trading.
• Own and deliver production-ready code in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Java development

Systems design

Problem-solving

Market microstructure understanding

Job description

Leading investment bank is hiring experienced and pragmatic eTrading Strategist / Developer to work on their Rates and etrading platform working within a global team. This is a business facing opportunity and you need excellent Java skills, the ability to think in systems and be passionate about simple systems.

What You’ll Do

• Build and optimize algorithmic and execution strategies for Rates products
• Develop robust low-latency Java systems and infrastructure for trading
• Work closely with traders, quants, and technologists to drive business outcomes
• Own and deliver production-ready code in a fast-paced environment
• Constantly refine performance, usability, and resilience of our platforms
• Think like an engineer and problem-solver: simplify, clarify, improve
• Engage directly with user feedback and market behavior

Technical Requirements

• Strong Java development experience (low-latency/high-performance systems)
• Solid grasp of systems design, data flow, and clean architecture
• 5+ years in eTrading or similar fast-moving tech environment
• Understanding of market microstructure and electronic execution
• Bonus: KDB, distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and multiple asset classes

Business Understanding

• Ideally, exposure to Fixed Income, Rates, or eTrading
• You don’t need deep banking experience, but understanding the flow of risk and pricing is key

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Focus: Software Development/Engineering

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: City of London

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Technology & Digital

Focus: Software Development/Engineering

Industry: IT

Salary: £80,000 - £160,000 per annum + bonus + benefits

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: City of London

FULL_TIME

Job Reference: O0UJXL-5A1F10E1

Date posted: 17 June 2025

Consultant: Albertine Hedley

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