Senior Java Developer (contract)

bp; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BP is seeking a Senior Java Developer/Quantitative Software Engineer in London. You will join a high-performing team focused on optimisation for trading, logistics, and asset operations, delivering robust Java solutions and collaborating closely with traders.

The role emphasises advanced algorithms, ML techniques, and strong software engineering practices, with 4 days per week on-site at Canary Wharf and a 40-hour week. Prior experience in quantitative modelling is highly valued.

Qualifications

• A quantitative degree – with commercial experience of advanced algorithm implementation.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement high-quality software solutions in Java for trading optimisation.
• Collaborate with Traders and Operators to model business requirements and optimise portfolios.
• Apply best practices in software engineering, testing, and documentation.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

RESTful Web Services

GIT

Maven

Jenkins

DevOps AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Communication

Optimization

Education

Quantitative degree

Tools

AWS

Docker

Ansible

Kerberos

Openshift/Kubernetes

Job description

Job Title

Senior Java Developer

Location

80/20 with 4 days in Canary Wharf office

Start Date

ASAP

Contract Length/End Date

31.12.27

Working hours

40 hrs/week

Laptop will not be provided by bp

Role Overview

As a Quantitative Software Engineer, you will be Joining a high performing team exposed to many of the most exciting business and technology challenges BP faces within its trading businesses today, focussing on maximising value from BP’s assets and operations. Typical solutions include use of advanced optimisation techniques (e.g. Heuristic Optimisation), Machine Learning and simulation-based Reinforcement Learning You will work closely with Traders and Operators to optimise various aspects of BP's operations, ranging from efficient logistical operations (for example, shipping scheduling), partnering with traders to ensure our portfolios are kept optimal. You will develop a deep understanding of the optimisation algorithms and of the business context in which the team operates. Most of your time will be focused in writing code, while pursuing software engineering best practices for design, build and test. High-quality documentation, traceability and knowledge sharing is expected. Additionally, you will work directly with the Optimisation Technical Team Lead on the evolution of the current technology platform in place, as well as the long-term strategy and roadmap for the increased use of optimisation in BP. This is a unique role well positioned to create substantial value for the business and requires an individual with the right mix of software engineering, quantitative and communication skills

Qualifications

A quantitative degree – with commercial experience of advanced algorithm implementation.

Key Skills

• Advanced knowledge of Java and associated ecosystem (Java 25, GIT, Maven, Jenkins, SpringBoot/RESTful Webservices).
• Strive for excellence and continuous improvement in software architecture, Agile methods and build systems, as well as the underlying optimisation algorithms.
• Ability to work closely with the business, draw out their requirements and create a mathematical model.
• Strong communication skills with ability to present ideas well graphically as well as verbally. Strong mathematical and numeracy skills.
• Experience in optimisation. Examples include linear programming and solving a TSP using a heuristic approach such as simulated annealing, genetic algorithms or machine learning.
• Experience with DevOps: working with AWS, Docker, Ansible, Kerberos, Openshift/Kubernetes.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.