Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading

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

Job summary

A leading investment bank is seeking a Software Engineer to join their FX algo trading team in Peterborough. The role involves developing and maintaining applications for low-latency trading systems, directly working with traders and quants. The ideal candidate should possess strong skills in Java and experience in an E-Trading environment, with an emphasis on collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• Strong Java development skills with multi-threading experience.
• Experience in E-Trading and high-performance development.
• Motivated to collaborate with traders and quants.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Java development

Multi-threading

E-Trading experience

High-performance/low-latency development

Motivation to work with traders and quants

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Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading, Peterborough

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Peterborough, 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.

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.
• Previous Investment Banking Experience, ideally in a Front Office team.
• Willing to work 3 days per week in the office.

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