Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Investment Bank in the FX Banking sector seeks a Software Engineer for their Front Office FX Algo trading platform. The role involves developing low-latency applications and requires strong Java skills along with experience in E-Trading. Candidates should be highly motivated and willing to collaborate directly with traders.

Qualifications

• Strong Java development skills, including experience with multi-threading.
• Previous Investment Banking Experience in a Front Office team ideal.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain low-latency pricing and connectivity systems.
• Work closely with trading, front office, and research.

Skills

Java development

Multi-threading

Low Latency Development

Strong communication skills

Investment Banking Experience

Education

Computer Science Degree

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Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading, Colchester

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Colchester, 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.

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

Ideal Candidate Skills and Qualities:

• Strong Java development skills, including experience with multi-threading.
• Experience in an E-Trading business and/or high-performance/low-latency development.
• Highly motivated to work directly with traders and quants.
• A computer science or equivalent degree.
• Strong communication skills.
• Previous Investment Banking Experience, ideally in a Front Office team.
• Willing 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.