Senior Java Algo Quant Developer

UBS; New York (NY); On-site; USD 225,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

UBS in New York is seeking a senior quantitative developer to shape front-office equity derivatives technology. You will build real-time, low-latency pricing systems and apply AI to automate workflows, surface insights and deliver robust Java server-side platforms.

You will architect and deliver the global equity options RFQ, auto-pricing and electronic trading platform, translate complex requirements, mentor teammates, and contribute to an engineering culture focused on quality, security and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in equity derivatives tech or front office roles.
• Expert level Java development with low-latency, real-time systems.
• Hands-on AI experience across automation, analytics or trading workflows.
• Strong testing and DevOps capabilities.
• Excellent communication in a front-office environment.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deliver the new global equity options RFQ, auto-pricing and electronic trading platform.
• Translate complex business and regulatory requirements into automated solutions.
• Leverage AI to automate workflows and deliver analytics and signals.
• Apply software engineering practices to ensure quality, security, reliability and compliance.
• Collaborate with the global team, monitor production health and resolve incidents.
• Share knowledge, mentor colleagues, support hiring and contribute to engineering culture.

Skills

Equity Derivatives

Java

AI in Trading

DevOps

Real-time Systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Do you want to play a key role in the front office of an investment bank? Are you passionate about algorithmic trading technology? Do you have experience building real-time, low-latency pricing systems and applying AI to automate workflows, surface insights and deliver robust, scalable Java server-side platforms?

Job Type

Full Time

Job Reference #

339162BR

City

New York

Key Responsibilities

Do you want to play a key role in the front office of an investment bank? Are you passionate about algorithmic trading technology? Do you have experience building real-time, low-latency pricing systems and applying AI to automate workflows, surface insights and deliver robust, scalable Java server-side platforms?

At UBS, we re‑imagine the way we work, connect with colleagues, clients and partners, and deliver value. Our quantitative development teams sit within the investment bank business, driving greater responsiveness, adaptability and innovation.

We’re looking for a new teammate with exceptional AI skills to help advance our Equity Derivatives platform. In this role, you will:

• architect and deliver our new global equity options RFQ, auto‑pricing and electronic trading platform
• work alongside business users to translate complex business and regulatory requirements, manual processes and trading flows into innovative, automated solutions
• leverage AI to further automate business flows and deliver next‑generation analytics and signals into the platform
• apply a broad range of software engineering practices to ensure the quality, security, reliability and compliance of our solutions, focusing on both functional and non‑functional needs
• work closely with the global team to evolve the platform, build observability into our solutions, monitor production health, resolve incidents and remediate the root causes of risks and issues
• share AI, technical and domain knowledge with the team, mentor colleagues, support hiring and contribute regularly to our engineering culture and internal communities

The team

You’ll work in the Principal Algorithmic Trading Equity Derivatives crew. You will be part of a global development team, working closely with the front office to build and support user‑facing sales and trading applications.

Your Skills And Experience

• ideally 5+ years’ experience in the Equity Derivatives asset class
• excellent Java software development skills, ideally with exposure to real‑time, low‑latency pricing systems
• hands‑on technical expertise with demonstrable AI experience across software engineering, automation, analytics or trading workflows
• take an automated approach to testing to ensure delivery of high‑quality solutions
• experience establishing and exploiting DevOps capabilities
• a strong communicator with experience working in a front‑office environment, facing off to the business and picking up business knowledge at every opportunity
• experience playing a full part in a close‑knit team environment
• You’re curious to explore how AI can improve how we build, deliver, and optimize workflows. You do this with sound judgment – validating outputs and aligning with policies, risk standards, and ethical use.

About Us

UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.

We know that great work is never done alone. That’s why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.

Salary information

The indicative gross base salary range as a full‑time equivalent role:

• United States - New York - New York min USD 225000 - max USD 242500 /annum

The expected salary for this role will be determined by relevant factors which may include but are not limited to, role‑required experience, qualifications, education, location and skill level. UBS offers a range of competitive benefits and for further information, please visit ubs.com/employee‑benefits. We may, at our sole discretion, provide additional variable compensation or awards.

Join us

At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We’re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That’s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves.

We’re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.

Disclaimer / Policy statements

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.