Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading

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

Job summary

A leading investment bank is seeking a Software Engineer for its Front Office FX Algo trading platform in Newport. This role involves developing low-latency applications while collaborating with trading teams. Candidates should have strong Java skills and a background in investment banking, particularly in a Front Office environment. This opportunity offers a dynamic role in one of the most important areas of finance.

Qualifications

• Strong Java development skills including multi-threading experience.
• Experience in E-Trading or high-performance/low-latency development.
• Previous investment banking experience, preferably in a Front Office team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with trading, front office, and research teams.
• Develop and maintain low-latency pricing and connectivity systems.
• Focus on FX and forward pricing engines.

Skills

Java

Low Latency Development

Investment Banking

FX Rates

Equities

Threading

Application Programming

Front Office

Strong communication skills

Education

Computer science or equivalent degree

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Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading, Newport

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Newport, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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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 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 incorporating the latest low-latency technology and architecture.

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Strong Java development skills, including multi-threading experience
• Experience in E-Trading or high-performance/low-latency development
• Motivation to work directly with traders and quants
• A computer science or equivalent degree
• Strong communication skills
• Previous investment banking experience, preferably in a Front Office team
• Willingness to work 3 days per week in the office

Desired Skills and Experience: Java, Low Latency Development, Investment Banking, FX Rates, Equities, Threading, Application Programming, Front Office

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