Algo Trading Developer - Java (Contract)

Nomura; New York (NY); On-site; USD 111,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Nomura, a global financial services firm, is seeking an Algo Developer on a contract basis in New York to design, build and maintain advanced algorithmic trading systems. You will work on global execution services, collaborating with quants and front-office teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions.

The role requires 3+ years in equity market algo development with Java, a strong ownership mindset and the ability to work across multiple regions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years designing algorithmic trading systems for equity markets.
• Hands-on Java development for trading platforms.
• Professional, team-oriented with cross-country collaboration.
• Bachelor or Master in computer science, engineering or related disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver new features, enhancements and fixes to the algo trading platform.
• Participate in full project lifecycle: analysis, design, data mapping, development and testing.
• Provide occasional level 2/3 support for front-office applications.
• Ensure adherence to architecture strategy and development standards.
• Collaborate with business and development teams on priorities and progress.
• Assist with new systems or upgrades when needed.

Skills

Algorithmic trading

Java

Team collaboration

Self-management

Communication

Education

Bachelor/Master in CS/Engineering

Tools

CI/CD automation

Distributed systems

Event-driven architectures

Networking

Job description

Nomura, a global financial services firm, is seeking an Algo Developer on a contract basis in New York to design, build and maintain advanced algorithmic trading systems. You will work on global execution services, collaborating with quants and front-office teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions.

The role requires 3+ years in equity market algo development with Java, a strong ownership mindset and the ability to work across multiple regions.