Senior Java Engineer - Hedge Fund

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading systematic trading firm in London seeks a Senior Java Engineer for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves building a new trade capture platform, requiring strong Java 17 and Kafka skills. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary up to £130,000 with the opportunity for a discretionary bonus. Join a high-caliber technology team where autonomy and clean code are prioritized.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Java 17 and Kafka.
• Experience in building modern microservices with Spring Boot.
• Autonomy in a hands-on engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Building a brand-new trade capture platform.
• Taking full ownership across the SDLC from design to implementation.
• Working in a fast-paced environment ensuring clean, scalable code.

Skills

Java 17

Kafka

Spring Boot

Microservices

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26.06.2025

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10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Java Engineer (Java 17, Kafka, Spring Boot) | Market-Leading Systematic Trading Firm | Up to £130,000 | 12 Month FTC | Hybrid, London

Evoke is partnered with one of the UK’s top systematic trading firms on an exciting opportunity for a Senior Java Engineer to join their high-calibre technology team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

You’ll play a key role in building a brand-new trade capture platform, taking full ownership across the SDLC from design and architecture through to implementation and delivery. This is a hands-on engineering role with real autonomy, working in a fast-paced environment where clean, scalable code is valued.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Java (Java 17), Kafka, and building modern microservices using Spring Boot. Financial services experience is not required but would certainly be a plus.

This role is offering up to £130,000 base salary plus discretionary bonus and requires four days per week in their Central London office.

The interview process is just two to three stages with a fast turnaround.

Apply NOW or get in touch to learn more!