Java Front-Office Algo Trading Developer

Vertus Partners Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertus Partners Ltd in London seeks a skilled Java developer to join a front-office trading team focused on algorithmic strategies. You’ll design, build, and optimise production-grade trading systems that execute orders with precision in a fast-paced market environment.

You will collaborate with traders and quants to deliver low-latency solutions across asset classes, maintaining high throughput and reliability in real-time data processing.

Qualifications

• Java development experience in high-performance or real-time systems.
• Interest in trading and financial markets, with desire to be embedded in a front-office team.
• Experience with low-latency systems or strong enthusiasm for such environments.

Responsibilities

• 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 impact profitability.

Skills

Java development

Low-latency systems

Front office / trading interest

Job description

Vertus Partners Ltd in London seeks a skilled Java developer to join a front-office trading team focused on algorithmic strategies. You’ll design, build, and optimise production-grade trading systems that execute orders with precision in a fast-paced market environment.

You will collaborate with traders and quants to deliver low-latency solutions across asset classes, maintaining high throughput and reliability in real-time data processing.