Senior Java Software Engineer

Vertus Partners; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading systematic trading firm is seeking an experienced Java Developer to join their Digital Assets & Crypto Trading desk. This role involves designing and optimizing trading infrastructure, focusing on low-latency systems and collaborating closely with traders and quantitative researchers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience building low-latency trading systems.
• Strong proficiency in Core Java and familiarity with AWS.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with traders to develop trading capabilities.
• Design and implement low-latency components.
• Build and maintain core trading system components.

Skills

Core Java

Multi-threading

Concurrency

Cloud Technologies

Electronic Trading

Crypto/Digital Assets

Job description

This range is provided by Vertus Partners. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Vertus Partners - Connecting specialist Technology and Financial Services talent with the world's leading brands

We are currently seeking an experienced Java Developer to join a newly established Digital Assets & Crypto Trading and Market Making desk at a leading systematic trading firm.

This is a unique opportunity to work closely with traders and quantitative researchers to design, develop, and optimize cutting-edge trading infrastructure. The role will focus on building low-latency systems from the ground up, supporting the full trading lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with traders and quants to develop trading capabilities and infrastructure
• Design and implement low-latency components including order execution, market connectivity, real-time pricing, and strategy engines
• Build and maintain core trading system components such as the OMS and market data handlers

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience building low-latency trading systems
• Strong proficiency in Core Java, including multi-threading, concurrency, and design patterns
• Familiarity with cloud technologies, particularly AWS
• Demonstrated experience working in close partnership with traders and quantitative teams
• Solid understanding of electronic trading, particularly across FX, Spot, Futures, and Swaps
• A strong interest in Crypto/Digital Assets is essential

To apply, please submit your CV as soon as possible to be considered for this opportunity.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology and Finance

• Industries

  Financial Services, Information Services, and Technology, Information and Media

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