Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank in the FX Banking sector is seeking a Java Software Engineer for its Front Office FX Algo trading platform. The role involves developing and maintaining cutting-edge E-Trading applications, requiring collaboration with traders and other teams. Ideal candidates have strong Java skills and a background in low-latency development, looking to make impactful contributions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong Java development skills, multi-threading experience.
• Experience in E-Trading and high-performance systems.
• Strong communication skills and investment banking experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain low-latency pricing and connectivity systems.
• Collaborate with trading and research teams on FX pricing engines.
• Introduce latest low-latency technology and architecture.

Skills

Java development

Multi-threading

Low-latency development

Communication

Education

Computer Science degree or equivalent

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Software Engineer Algo Front Office FX E-Trading, Swindon, Wiltshire

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Location: Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

An 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 offers clients and internal users a full suite of E-Trading applications.

This role involves collaborating closely with trading, front office, and research teams to develop and maintain low-latency pricing and connectivity systems.

The candidate will work on FX and forward pricing engines and help introduce the latest low-latency technology and architecture.

The ideal candidate should have:

• Strong Java development skills, including experience with multi-threading.
• Experience in an E-Trading environment and/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.

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