Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading

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

Job summary

A leading investment bank in the FX sector is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in Java for their E-Trading platform. The role requires strong development skills, collaborative work with trading teams, and focuses on low-latency system development. Applicants should have a degree in computer science, excellent communication skills, and prior experience in banking environments.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Java development.
• Experience in an E-Trading environment.
• Previous experience in Investment Banking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain low-latency pricing and connectivity systems.
• Collaborate with trading and research teams.
• Integrate the latest technology and architecture.

Skills

Java development

Multi-threading

Communication skills

Education

Degree in computer science

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Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading, Hemel Hempstead

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Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

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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 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 closely with trading, front office, and research teams within a small group 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.

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Strong Java development skills, including multi-threading experience.
• 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.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Previous experience in Investment Banking, preferably in a Front Office team.
• Availability to work 3 days per week in the office.

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