Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading

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

Job summary

A leading investment bank in Chelmsford is seeking a Software Engineer for its Front Office FX Algo trading platform. The role offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge E-Trading applications, collaborating with trading and research teams. Ideal candidates will have strong Java skills, experience in high-performance environments, and a degree in computer science.

Qualifications

• Strong Java development skills with experience in multi-threading.
• Experience in E-Trading environment or high-performance development.
• Motivated to work closely with traders and quants.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Java development

Multi-threading

High-performance development

Communication

Education

Degree in computer science or equivalent

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

An Investment Bank, a leading player in the FX Banking sector, is seeking 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 with trading, front office, and research teams to develop and maintain low-latency pricing and connectivity systems, focusing on FX and forward pricing engines, and integrating the latest low-latency technology and architecture.

The ideal candidate should 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 closely with traders and quants.
• A degree in computer science or an equivalent field.
• Strong communication skills.
• Previous investment banking experience, preferably 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.