Head of IT Development

Harrington Starr; City Of London; On-site; GBP 145,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services technology firm is seeking a Head of IT Derivatives Development in The City of London. This senior role involves leading a team to deliver cutting-edge Front Office technology for a global Investment Bank. The position offers a competitive salary, strong bonus potential, and exceptional benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for experienced candidates in the field.

Benefits

Strong discretionary bonus

Exceptional benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive development experience with Java, Python, C++.
• Strong experience in a Front Office Trading environment.
• Leadership and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deploying and delivering Front Office Technology and systems.
• Engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
• Managing a team of 10+ developers.

Skills

Java

Python

C++

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

Harrington Starr is recruiting for a Head of IT Derivatives Development within the Financial Services Technology sector in The City of London. This role involves leading the Front Office Trading Development and Technology team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Deploying and delivering Front Office Technology, applications, and systems related to Derivatives.
2. Engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
3. Road mapping and building future Front Office technology.
4. Managing a team of 10+ developers in the Front Office development team.

Key Requirements:

1. Extensive development experience with technologies such as Java, Python, and C++.
2. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
3. Strong experience in a Front Office Trading environment, specifically Derivatives.
4. Leadership skills, both technical and people management.
5. Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels.

The role offers a basic salary up to £145,000, a strong discretionary bonus, and exceptional benefits. It provides an opportunity to work at the forefront of Front Office IT Development with a global Investment Bank. Interested candidates should apply or contact [e-mail].