Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank in the FX sector seeks a Java Software Engineer to work on their Front Office FX Algo trading platform. You will collaborate with trading teams to develop low-latency systems for comprehensive E-Trading applications, bringing innovation to their technology stack.

Qualifications

• Strong Java development skills including multi-threading experience.
• Experience in an E-Trading environment and/or high-performance/low-latency development.
• Previous investment banking experience, preferably in a Front Office team.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining low-latency trading systems.
• Working on FX and forward pricing engines.
• Implementing cutting-edge low-latency technologies.

Skills

Java development

Multi-threading

Communication skills

Low-latency development

Education

Degree in computer science or equivalent

Job description

Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading, Bath

Investment Bank, a leading player in the FX Banking sector, seeks a Java Software Engineer to work on a Front Office FX Algo trading platform providing clients and internal users with a full suite of E-Trading applications.

This role involves collaborating closely with trading, front office, and research teams to develop and maintain low-latency pricing and connectivity systems, working on FX and forward pricing engines, and integrating the latest low-latency technology and architecture.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining low-latency trading systems
• Working on FX and forward pricing engines
• Implementing cutting-edge low-latency technologies

Qualifications and Skills:

• Strong Java development skills, including multi-threading experience
• Experience in an E-Trading environment and/or high-performance/low-latency development
• Motivated to work directly with traders and quants
• Degree in computer science or equivalent
• Strong communication skills
• Previous investment banking experience, preferably in a Front Office team
• Willing to work 3 days per week in the office

Additional desired skills include expertise in Java, low latency development, and familiarity with FX rates, equities, threading, and application programming.

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