Senior Java Engineer - Hedge Fund

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading systematic trading firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Java Engineer to join their prestigious technology team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This hands-on role will involve building a new trade capture platform, providing autonomy in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have strong Java (Java 17), Kafka, and Spring Boot skills. Competitive salary package offered.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Java (Java 17).
• Experience building modern microservices using Spring Boot.
• Familiarity with Kafka is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership across the SDLC from design through to delivery.
• Build a brand-new trade capture platform.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on clean, scalable code.

Skills

Java

Kafka

Spring Boot

Job description

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!