Senior Java EFX Low Latency Platform Engineer

McGregor Recruitment; Greater London; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Java Developer for a fully remote role in the UK. This position involves designing and developing core components for an FX E-Trading platform with a focus on low-latency systems. Ideal candidates should have over 10 years of Java experience in investment banking and strong expertise in FX trading systems. The role offers a 12-month contract with potential for extension.

Benefits

Fully remote work

Long-term contract with potential extension

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience as a Java Developer in investment banking.
• 4+ years' experience working on FX Cash, Options, or E-Trading systems.
• Strong expertise in Core Java and multi-threaded programming.
• Solid knowledge of FX cash products.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop core components for a next-generation FX E-Trading platform.
• Collaborate with senior developers, architects, and stakeholders.

Skills

Java Development

Low-latency programming

SQL

Agile principles

Teamwork

Job description

Senior Java EFX Platform Developer

Location: Fully Remote (UK-based)
Contract: 12 Months (likely extension)
Industry: Investment Banking / FX E-Trading

The Opportunity

We're partnering with a leading investment bank on a major greenfield build - a brand-new, in-house FX E-Trading platform. This multi-year programme is at an early stage, offering the chance to help shape architecture, performance, and design from the ground up.

Join a team of experienced technologists delivering a modern, low-latency trading environment - all while working fully remotely from anywhere in the UK.

Why This Role Stands Out

• 💻 Fully Remote (UK) - No commute, no relocation - collaborate virtually with a high-calibre global team.
• 🕓 12-Month Initial Contract - Long-term engagement with strong potential for extension.
• 🚀 Greenfield Build - Influence architecture, design, and key technical decisions from the outset.
• ⚙️ High-Performance Systems - Develop low-latency, multi-threaded Java components in a front-office trading environment.

The Role

As a Senior Java Developer, you'll design, develop, and optimise core components of a next-generation FX E-Trading platform, including:

• Pricing and distribution
• Auto-hedging
• Market intelligence and reporting
• Integration with existing trading infrastructure

You’ll collaborate closely with other senior developers, architects, and business stakeholders in a highly agile and delivery-focused environment.

Key Skills & Experience

• 10+ years' experience as a Java Developer in investment banking
• 4+ years' experience working on FX Cash, Options, or E-Trading systems
• Strong expertise in:
  • Core Java / Server-Side Java
  • Low-latency, multi-threaded programming
  • SQL and data modelling
  • Agile object-oriented design principles
• Solid knowledge of FX cash products
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Desirable

• Experience with real-time pricing, risk, or order management systems
• Exposure to electronic trading and front-office environments

If you're an experienced Java developer seeking a long-term remote contract and the chance to contribute to a high-impact greenfield trading platform, we'd love to hear from you.

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.