Front Office Software Engineer (Fixed Income)

Oxford Knight; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hedge fund in London is seeking an experienced Front Office Software Engineer to enhance their cross-asset risk and trading platform. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in the financial sector, deep knowledge in fixed income, and skills in Java and Python. This role promises great exposure and a collaborative environment with substantial benefits and competitive salary.

Benefits

Training & development

Wellness resources

Gym reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in financial industry (buy or sell side).
• Demonstrable fixed income product knowledge/experience.
• Experience in building production-level software.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to cross-asset risk & trading platform.
• Develop global pricing technology in fixed income derivatives.
• Work with engineers and stakeholders to innovate.

Skills

Java

Python

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

C++

SQL

Job description

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Front Office Software Engineer (Fixed Income), London

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Client:

Oxford Knight

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Summary:

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced software engineer with solid Fixed Income product knowledge to join front office engineering at one of the world’s most successful hedge funds.

In this role, you’ll contribute to the state-of-the-art cross-asset risk & trading platform, enabling risk management and decision-making across the global investment teams. You’ll partner with your fellow engineers and other stakeholders to develop global pricing technology, specifically in the fixed income derivatives space.

The successful candidate has exceptional problem-solving skills, a collaborative mentality, and an ability to bring innovative ideas to life. This role offers great exposure to the many and varied areas of the fund.

Requirements:

• 5+ years’ experience in financial industry (buy or sell side)
• Demonstrable fixed income product knowledge/experience is a must-have
• Java and Python experience building production-level software
• Some C++ and/or SQL experience would be beneficial
• Outstanding problem-solving skills and collaborative communication abilities
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or related technical field)
• Competitive salary + substantial benefits program, including training & development, wellness resources (physical, mental and financial), commuter benefits, gym reimbursement & other discounts
• Dynamic culture and an exciting place to work
• Work with some of the smartest minds on complex, impactful challenges

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