Founding Engineer (Java Developer) - Up to £135,000 + Bonus

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving Fintech company based in London is seeking a Founding Engineer (Java Developer) to join their innovative team. This is a unique opportunity to help build a cutting-edge FX Trading platform, working in a dynamic environment while utilizing agile development methodologies. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, a passion for excellence in coding, and a relevant degree.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented developer with strong testing and high code quality standards.
• Degree required in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or STEM.
• Team player with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on a low latency, high throughput distributed FX Trading platform.
• Collaborate with a highly skilled development team and technology specialists.
• Participate in agile development practices such as Extreme Programming.

Skills

Detail-oriented developer

Passion for testing

High code quality

Team player

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Software Engineering

Degree in STEM subjects

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Founding Engineer (Java Developer) - Up to £135,000 + Bonus, Slough

Client: Hunter Bond

Location: Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 31.05.2025

Expiry Date: 15.07.2025

Job Description:

Title: Lead Java Developer

Client: Fintech

Salary: Up to £135,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Location: London

My client is an innovative and award-winning Fintech based in London at the forefront of the eTrading space. They are looking for someone with a genuine passion for Java, agile development, and open-source tech to join an already highly skilled development team.

You will have the opportunity to work on a cutting-edge low latency, high throughput distributed FX Trading platform. In this role, you will collaborate with a team of highly experienced cross-skilled developers and technology specialists. Their development practices emphasise Extreme Programming and Domain Driven Design. They seek a team player with excellent communication skills to work across all parts of the platform. (A full and detailed spec is available)

This is a rare opportunity to join a firm as a founding engineer at the beginning of their growth journey!

The successful applicant will have the following skills and experience:

• Detail-oriented developer with a passion for testing and high code quality
• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or STEM subject
• A good personality – team player with excellent communication skills!

No previous low latency or multithreading experience needed, just an interest in doing it!

Please do not hesitate to reach out directly for further details!