Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank in the FX sector is seeking a Java Software Engineer to join their Front Office team. This role focuses on developing low-latency systems and working closely with traders to enhance trading platforms. Ideal candidates will have strong Java skills, experience in high-performance development, and be motivated to collaborate with quants.

Qualifications

• Previous Investment Banking Experience, ideally in a Front Office team.
• Experience in an E-Trading business.
• Highly motivated to work directly with traders and quants.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain low-latency pricing and connectivity systems.
• Work closely with trading, front office, and research teams.
• Implement the latest low-latency technology and architecture.

Skills

Java development

Multi-threading

High-performance development

Strong communication skills

Education

Computer science degree or equivalent

Job description

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.
• A computer science/equivalent degree.
• Strong communication skills.
• Previous Investment Banking Experience, ideally in a Front Office team.
• Happy to work 3 days per week in the office.

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