Front Office Java Developer - Algo Trading

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Investment Banking is seeking a Java Developer at the Associate Director level to enhance their front office Algo trading team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a cutting-edge Algorithmic trading framework, collaborating with Traders and Quants to deliver optimized solutions. With a focus on performance and low latency, this position promises a rewarding career path, excellent remuneration, and a healthy work-life balance. Join a team with low staff turnover and contribute to innovative trading strategies in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Career Progression Opportunities

Great Work-Life Balance

Competitive Remuneration Package

Qualifications

• Previous front office Java development experience is essential.
• Strong academic background in Computer Science or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the build-out of a cross-asset Algorithmic trading framework.
• Work with Traders and Quants to understand requirements and formulate solutions.

Skills

Java Development

Algorithmic Trading

Low Latency Solutions

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Master's Degree in a related field

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Location:

London, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

A leading Investment Banking firm in the city is recruiting for a Java Developer at Associate Director level to join the front office Algo trading multi-asset team.

Within this role, you will facilitate the build-out of an enterprise-wide, cross-asset, multi-strategy Algorithmic trading framework. You will work with Traders and Quants across all desks to understand their requirements and formulate solutions. The role requires identifying and implementing solutions to optimize performance and maintain low latency.

It is essential that you have previous front office Java development experience and come from a strong academic background.

In return, they are offering an excellent remuneration package, opportunities for further career progression, and a great work-life balance. The role has low staff turnover and is vacant due to an internal promotion.