Java Software Engineer (Front Office Infrastructure)

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global quant trading firm in London is seeking a Java Software Engineer for their Central Risk team. The role focuses on developing a unified risk platform that enhances operational efficiency across various asset classes. Candidates should have experience in large-scale data infrastructure and distributed systems, with finance experience being a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale data infrastructure and distributed systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Platform infrastructure development.
• System design and architecture.
• Performance optimization and scalability.
• Cross-team collaboration.

Skills

large-scale data infrastructure

distributed systems

Job description

Java Software Engineer (Front Office Infrastructure), London

Client: NJF Global Holdings Ltd

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 16.05.2025

Expiry Date: 30.06.2025

Job Description:

Java Software Engineer (Front Office Infrastructure)

Total compensation: £250k-400k dependent on seniority and performance

I am partnered with a global quant trading firm looking for a Front Office Software Engineer to join their Central Risk team in London.

The role involves working on a unified risk platform that spans multiple businesses and asset classes, enhancing flexibility and efficiency across the firm.

You will work on the underlying infrastructure supporting financial models, including platforms, services, APIs, and data pipelines that facilitate risk computations, analytics, and reporting across all asset classes and strategies.

Role responsibilities:

• Platform infrastructure development
• System design and architecture
• Performance optimization and scalability
• Cross-team collaboration

The firm seeks candidates with experience in large-scale data infrastructure and distributed systems to ensure minimal downtime and data loss. Finance experience is preferred but not mandatory.