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Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading

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Norwich

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Job summary

A leading investment bank is seeking a Software Engineer for their Front Office FX E-Trading platform in Norwich. The successful candidate will have strong Java skills and work closely with traders to develop low-latency trading systems. This role requires a Computer Science degree and industry experience in a fast-paced trading environment.

Qualifications

  • Strong Java skills and experience in high-performance environments.
  • Motivated to collaborate directly with traders and quants.
  • Previous investment banking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain low-latency pricing and connectivity systems.
  • Work closely with trading and research teams.
  • Implement the latest low-latency technologies.

Skills

Java
Multi-threading
Low Latency Development
Investment Banking
Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

E-Trading applications
FX Rates
Equities

Job description

Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading, Norwich

Client: Not specified

Location: Norwich

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

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 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 teams to develop and maintain low-latency pricing and connectivity systems, including FX and forward pricing engines, and implementing the latest low-latency technology and architecture.

Candidate Requirements:
  • Strong Java development skills, including experience with multi-threading.
  • Experience in an E-Trading environment and/or high-performance/low-latency development.
  • Motivated to work directly with traders and quants.
  • Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Previous Investment Banking experience, ideally in a Front Office team.
  • Willing to work 3 days per week in the office.
Additional 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.

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