Lead Java Software Engineer – Systematic Hedge Fund

Winston Fox; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Lead Java Software Engineer to co-lead a talented team in a supportive and innovative environment. With a focus on financial markets, this role offers the chance to work on diverse systems, including Execution, Order Management, and Risk systems. You will play a crucial role in mentoring junior developers while ensuring best practices across the software development lifecycle. This firm values collaboration and offers a three-day-per-week office-based policy, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a friendly culture that promotes growth and development.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of software engineering experience in a professional environment.
• Strong development skills in core Java and experience in financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead a team of 12, managing projects from concept to production.
• Work with business stakeholders to develop technology solutions.

Skills

Java

Python

MATLAB

Financial Markets Knowledge

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

SQL

CI/CD

Job description

Lead Java Software Engineer – Systematic Hedge Fund

Lead Java Software Engineer with around 7-10 years of experience, including relevant Financial Markets knowledge, sought to Co-Lead a team of 12 for a Multi-Award-Winning $5BN+ AUM Systematic Hedge Fund.

My client is one of the original Systematic Investment firms and is proud of its genuinely collegiate, friendly and supportive culture, with an enviably low staff attrition. This team covers all software front-to-back, outside of Portfolio Management and Research systems, including Execution and Order Management systems, as well as Risk, Fund Accounting, Operations and Corporate Functions. Software is mainly written in Java but the team also works with Python, MATLAB, SQL, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Linux and CI/CD, as well as integrating with various SaaS products, such as HRMS.

You will also work directly with a variety of business stakeholders to break down high level requirements into feasible technology solutions, whilst identifying opportunities to unlock business value. You will also take responsibility for best practice across the SDLC – for example with CI/CD, monitoring, and TDD. You will help junior team members develop and grow their careers through management and coaching, as well as engaging with the external Tech community through conferences and meetups.

Requirements

• 7-10 years of experience as a software engineer in a professional environment, managing projects to take requirements from concept to production use.
• Financial experience and domain knowledge – especially Buy Side and/or Electronic Trading. This could have been gained in a FinTech, Investment Bank, Investment Manager, Market Venue, or Trading firm.
• Experience line managing, coaching or leading teams.
• Strong development skills in core Java with the ability to work collaboratively and communicate clearly and concisely with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience in Python or MATLAB, and cloud and container technologies such as AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes preferred.
• Excellent academic record with a minimum of a good Bachelor’s degree in a STEM subject, preferably Computer Science / Computing.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Lead Java Developer to grow their career in a world-class Systematic Trading environment with a genuinely friendly and supportive culture. This firm operates a three-day-per-week office-based policy and is NOT able to provide sponsorship.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Investment Management