Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading

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

Job summary

A leading investment bank in the FX Banking sector seeks a Java Software Engineer to work on their Front Office FX Algo trading platform. This role entails developing low-latency systems, working closely with traders, and contributing to a small team environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Java, experience in E-Trading or investment banking, and a desire to work directly with key stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong Java development skills, including experience with multi-threading.
• Experience in E-Trading business and high-performance/low-latency development.
• Previous Investment Banking Experience in a Front Office team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain low-latency pricing and connectivity systems.
• Work closely with trading and front office as part of a small team.
• Introduce the latest low-latency technology and architecture.

Skills

Java development

Multi-threading

Communication

Education

Degree in computer science or equivalent

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Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading, Cardiff

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Location: Cardiff, 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. Working 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 as part of a small team to develop and maintain low-latency pricing and connectivity systems.

Working on FX and forward pricing engines, as well as the continuous introduction of the latest low-latency technology and architecture.

The ideal candidate must have the following skills and qualities:

• Strong Java development skills, including experience with multi-threading.
• Experience in an E-Trading business and/or experience in high-performance/low-latency development.
• Highly motivated to work directly with traders and quants.
• Previous Investment Banking Experience, ideally in a Front Office team.
• Degree in computer science or an equivalent field.
• Strong communication skills.
• Happy to work 3 days per week in the office.

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