Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading

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

Job summary

A leading investment bank is seeking a Software Engineer for their Front Office FX Algo trading platform in Bristol. This role involves collaborating with traders to enhance E-Trading applications, focusing on low-latency technology and high-performance systems. The ideal candidate brings strong Java skills, E-Trading experience, and a computer science degree.

Qualifications

• Strong Java development skills required.
• Experience in an E-Trading environment.
• Motivation to collaborate with traders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain low-latency pricing and connectivity systems.
• Work on FX and forward pricing engines.
• Integrate the latest low-latency technology.

Skills

Java development

Multi-threading

E-Trading experience

High-performance development

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in computer science or equivalent

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Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading, Bristol

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Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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. The role involves working on a Front Office FX Algo trading platform that provides clients and internal users with a full suite of E-Trading applications.

This position requires close collaboration with trading, front office, and research teams to develop and maintain low-latency pricing and connectivity systems.

Responsibilities include working on FX and forward pricing engines and continuously integrating the latest low-latency technology and architecture.

The ideal candidate will 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 an equivalent field
• Strong communication skills
• Previous investment banking experience, ideally in a front office team
• Willingness to work 3 days per week in the office

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