Ultra-Low Latency Java Engineer for eFX Trading

Harnham; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 144,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider is seeking an eFX Software Engineer to build and optimise ultra-low-latency trading systems for global FX markets. This hybrid role requires a high-performance Java engineer skilled in complex technical challenges. Candidates should have strong experience in low-latency Java, a deep understanding of networking, and the ability to design high-performance architectures. This opportunity offers competitive compensation of up to £160,000 plus bonus and benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in low-latency Java within trading or eFX.
• Deep understanding of networking and Linux performance tuning.
• Background in designing high-performance architectures.

Responsibilities

• Engineering sub-40 μs latency eFX trading systems.
• Designing real-time pricing and trading components.
• Influencing technical strategy across distributed systems.

Skills

Low-latency Java

Networking (TCP/UDP/FIX)

Linux tuning

Performance profiling

High-performance architectures

FX pricing knowledge

Mission-critical systems experience

Job description

A leading financial services provider is seeking an eFX Software Engineer to build and optimise ultra-low-latency trading systems for global FX markets. This hybrid role requires a high-performance Java engineer skilled in complex technical challenges. Candidates should have strong experience in low-latency Java, a deep understanding of networking, and the ability to design high-performance architectures. This opportunity offers competitive compensation of up to £160,000 plus bonus and benefits.