Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; 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 Front Office E-Trading. The role involves developing low-latency trading platforms, requiring strong Java skills and prior experience in the investment banking sector. Candidates should be motivated to engage directly with traders and quants in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong Java development skills with experience in multi-threading.
• Experience in E-Trading or high-performance development.
• Investment banking experience, particularly in Front Office.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Java Development

Multi-threading

High-performance Development

Low-latency Technology

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Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading, Portsmouth, Hampshire

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Portsmouth, Hampshire, 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.