Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank in the FX Banking sector is seeking a Software Engineer for their Front Office FX Algo trading platform. The role involves developing low-latency systems and working closely with traders and quants. Ideal candidates will have strong Java skills and experience in investment banking. This role provides an exciting opportunity to be directly involved in shaping trading applications.

Qualifications

• Strong Java development skills, including experience with multi-threading.
• Experience in E-Trading and/or high-performance/low-latency development.
• Previous investment banking experience in Front Office is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain low-latency pricing and connectivity systems.
• Collaborate with trading, front office, and research teams.
• Integrate latest low-latency technologies and architectures.

Skills

Java

Low Latency Development

Investment Banking

E-Trading

Application Programming

Threading

Education

Degree in Computer Science

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Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading, Bolton, Greater Manchester

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Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

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, including FX and forward pricing engines, and integrating the latest low-latency technologies and architectures.

The ideal candidate must have:

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

Desired Skills and Experience: Java, Low Latency Development, Investment Banking, EFX, Rates, Equities, Threading, Application Programming, Front Office

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