Java Developer - Algo Trading Front Office

Vertus Partners; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trading firm in Greater London is seeking a skilled Java developer for a front-office role in algorithmic trading. The candidate will design and optimize trading algorithms while working closely with traders to enhance performance. Ideal for individuals early in their career, this position offers exposure to market strategies and opportunities for professional development in a competitive trading environment. Applicants with a strong interest in financial markets will find this role particularly rewarding.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Strong mentorship

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in developing high-performance systems, preferably in a trading context.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Proactive mindset, quick learners are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop algorithmic trading strategies.
• Build low-latency systems that handle real-time data.
• Collaborate with traders on strategy implementation.
• Enhance existing trading infrastructure for scalability.

Skills

Java development

Low-latency systems

Problem-solving skills

Interest in trading and financial markets

Job description

Contact email:

Job ref:

JDAG/FF/0202

Startdate:

ASAP

Are you a skilled Java developer with a passion for financial markets and algorithmic trading? This is a rare opportunity to step into a front-office role where you'll work at the intersection of software development and quantitative trading. This is the ideal role if you thrive in a high-energy environment and want to build cutting-edge trading systems.

The Role:

As part of this high-performing team, you'll be responsible for designing, developing, and optimising algorithmic trading strategies. This isn't just about writing quick scripts-it's about building robust, production-grade systems that execute trades with precision and efficiency.

You'll collaborate closely with traders and quants, developing low-latency trading algorithms that operate across multiple asset classes, including FX, Equities, and potentially Rates and Credit. Given the front-office nature of this role, you'll be directly involved in shaping trading strategies, ensuring systems respond in real-time to market conditions.

What You'll Be Doing:

Developing and optimising trading algorithms with a focus on speed, efficiency, and reliability.

Building low-latency, high-throughput systems that can handle real-time market data and execution logic.

Working alongside traders and quants to fine-tune strategies and ensure seamless integration of technology into the trading workflow.

Enhancing and maintaining existing trading infrastructure, continuously improving performance and scalability.

Navigating a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, where milliseconds can make a significant impact on profitability.

What We're Looking For:

Candidates in the early stages of their career with Java development experience, ideally in a high-performance or real-time systems environment.

A strong interest in trading and financial markets, with a desire to be embedded in a front-office team.

Experience (or strong enthusiasm) for working with low-latency systems, preferably in FX or Equities, though other asset classes like Rates and Credit are also considered.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.

A proactive, curious mindset with the ability to pick up new concepts quickly.

Why Apply?

Work in a front-office trading environment, gaining direct exposure to market-making and execution strategies.

Grow and develop-this role is ideal for someone looking to upskill in both software engineering and trading.

Join a firm where technology is a key competitive advantage, and innovation is encouraged.

Competitive compensation, strong mentorship, and career progression in a cutting-edge trading environment.

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