Senior Developer - Front Office

Nomura Holdings, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 225,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

Nomura Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Senior Developer for their Global Markets department in New York. This role requires someone with a bachelor's degree in a technical field and 3–7 years of experience developing trading systems. Key responsibilities include building high-performance Java applications and collaborating closely with traders and analysts. The position offers a competitive salary range of $225,000 - $250,000 per year along with attractive benefits including 401(k) eligibility and potential bonus components.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years developing trading systems or financial technology applications.
• Expert-level Java skills, especially in Java 17+.
• Experience with electronic trading platforms in front-office environments.

Responsibilities

• Build and optimize high-performance Java applications for trading.
• Own the full software development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Traders and Quants to create technical solutions.

Skills

Java programming

Multithreading

Problem-solving

API integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering

Tools

SQL

Linux/Unix

Python

Job description

Job Title: Senior Developer - Front Office

Job Code: 13460

Country: US

City: New York

Skill Category: Global Markets

Description

Job Title: Senior Developer

Department: Global Markets

Location: New York

Corporate Title: Vice President

Pay range: $225,000 - $250,000 per year*

Company Overview

Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning approximately 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Wealth Management, Investment Management, and Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking). Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit www.nomura.com.

Department Overview

Nomura's Global Markets department provides liquidity, market insights, and execution services to clients worldwide across various asset classes, including equities, fixed income, currencies, and commodities. The team's focus on innovation and technology provides clients with access to cutting‑edge trading platforms and customized solutions. Nomura's Global Markets team specializes in market‑making, risk management, and electronic trading, with a strong global presence and reputation for exceptional service to clients. With expertise, global reach, and commitment to innovation, Nomura's Global Markets department is well‑positioned to continue driving growth and success in the financial industry.

Position Overview

The Equity Digital Office is seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join our front office trading team. Working alongside traders, quantitative analysts, and technologists, you will build and optimize mission‑critical electronic trading infrastructure that implements proprietary algorithmic strategies and integrates with external trading systems and execution venues.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Develop: Build and maintain high-performance, low-latency Java applications for our systematic trading platform, including order management, execution algorithms, risk management, and pricing systems.
• System Ownership: Own the full software development lifecycle from requirements gathering and technical design through implementation, testing, deployment, and production support.
• Performance & Concurrency: Implement complex multithreading, asynchronous/event-driven patterns, and performance optimization techniques to achieve low-latency, high-throughput trading operations.
• Integration & Connectivity: Build and maintain integrations with external trading systems, exchanges, and execution venues using FIX protocols, messaging middleware, and market data feeds in Linux environments.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work directly with Traders, Quants, and Risk Managers to translate trading requirements into robust, scalable technical solutions and support implementation of custom signals and trading strategies.
• Code Quality: Ensure high standards through comprehensive testing, code reviews, and adherence to software engineering best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 3–7 years developing trading systems, electronic trading platforms, or financial technology applications in front‑office trading environments.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related technical field; strong academic record.
• Java Expertise: Expert-level Java programming skills with deep knowledge of modern Java versions (Java 17+ preferred).
• Technical Depth:
  • Deep understanding of multithreading, concurrent programming, and thread safety.
  • Strong knowledge of asynchronous/event-driven programming and performance optimization.
  • Solid grasp of object-oriented design, design patterns, data structures, and software architecture.
  • Experience with system architecture, messaging patterns, and distributed systems.
• Data & Infrastructure: Working knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases for market data and order/execution systems; strong Linux/Unix proficiency.
• Integration Skills: Experience integrating with external APIs, third‑party trading systems, and market connectivity platforms.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, exceptional attention to detail, effective communication, and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative trading environment.
• Ethics & Integrity: Strong sense of ethics in handling sensitive trading systems and data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FIX protocol and electronic trading connectivity standards.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, or C#; experience with kdb/q or time-series databases.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms, messaging middleware, and DevOps practices.
• Understanding of equity market microstructure, trading workflows, and regulatory requirements (MiFID II, Reg NMS).
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and machine learning techniques applied to trading.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and strong technical documentation skills.

Nomura Leadership Behaviors

• Explore Insights & Vision: Identify underlying causes of problems faced by you or your team and define a clear vision and direction for the future.
• Making Strategic Decisions: Evaluate all options for resolving problems and effectively prioritize actions or recommendations.
• Inspire Entrepreneurship in People: Inspire team members through effective communication of ideas and motivate them to actively enhance productivity.
• Elevate Organizational Capability: Engage proactively in professional development and enhance team productivity through the promotion of knowledge sharing.
• Inclusion: Foster a culture of inclusion and psychological safety in the workplace and cultivate a “Risk Culture” (Challenge, Escalate and Respect).

*Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, corporate and functional title and duties, job-related knowledge, and advanced degrees, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as a sign‑on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired in the U.S., employee will be in an “at‑will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

US FINANCE ONLY Applicants for this position in the Finance Division of NHA must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The Finance Division is not sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment visas for this position at this time.

Nomura is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Nearest Major Market: Manhattan

Nearest Secondary Market: New York City