Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank seeks a Software Engineer for its Front Office FX E-Trading platform in Bournemouth. The successful candidate will develop low-latency trading systems and collaborate closely with trading teams. A strong background in Java and previous experience in investment banking is essential for this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• Strong Java development skills with multi-threading experience.
• Motivated to work directly with traders and quants.
• Previous Investment Banking experience, ideally in a Front Office team.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining low-latency trading systems.
• Collaborating with traders and quants to improve trading platforms.
• Implementing high-performance, multi-threaded Java applications.

Skills

Java

Low Latency Development

Threading

Application Programming

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

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Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading, Bournemouth

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Bournemouth, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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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 that provides clients and internal users with a full suite of E-Trading applications.

This role involves working 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 technology and architecture.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining low-latency trading systems
• Collaborating with traders and quants to improve trading platforms
• Implementing high-performance, multi-threaded Java applications
• Working on FX and forward pricing engines
• Introducing and integrating cutting-edge low-latency technology

Candidate requirements:

• Strong Java development skills, including experience with multi-threading
• Experience in E-Trading and high-performance/low-latency development
• Motivated to work directly with traders and quants
• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills
• Previous Investment Banking experience, ideally in a Front Office team
• Willing to work 3 days per week in the office

Additional skills:

Java, Low Latency Development, Investment Banking, FX, Rates, Equities, Threading, Application Programming, Front Office

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