Software Developer

Apex Systems; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESPP

401K

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

EAP

Certification discounts

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Software Developer in New York, NY, offering a hybrid work model. The role emphasizes strong Java development, building low‑latency trading systems, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

You will devise efficient algorithms, implement robust test cases, and translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions in a fast-paced financial environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
• 7+ years of professional Java development experience, FX/Commodities trading platform experience, low-latency trading systems experience.
• Strong multi-threaded programming and performance optimization skills; understanding of financial markets and electronic trading workflows.
• Familiarity with the FIX protocol and market data integration.

Responsibilities

• Devise and implement efficient algorithms and data structures for low-latency environments.
• Create comprehensive test cases to ensure software stability and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to research, design, and implement system enhancements.
• Communicate effectively with operations teams regarding new features and strategy behaviors.
• Investigate and resolve production issues, performing root-cause analysis independently.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions with minimal guidance.

Skills

Java

Low-latency

Multithreading

Performance optimization

Financial markets

FIX protocol

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Profiling tools

Latency measurement frameworks

Containerization

Cloud-native architectures

Job description

Software Developer

Location: New York, New York (Hybrid)

Role Overview

The ideal candidate for this role will possess a strong background in Java, a passion for low-latency systems, and a deep understanding of financial markets. This position involves devising and implementing efficient algorithms, creating comprehensive test cases, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Devise and implement efficient algorithms and data structures tailored to low-latency environments.
• Create comprehensive test cases to ensure software stability and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to research, design, and implement system enhancements.
• Communicate effectively with operations teams regarding new features and strategy behaviors.
• Investigate and resolve production issues, performing root-cause analysis independently.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions with minimal guidance.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience: 7+ years of professional Java development experience. Experience building or working in FX/Commodities trading platforms. Proven experience in developing low-latency trading systems.
• Technical Skills: Strong multi-threaded programming and performance optimization skills. Solid understanding of financial markets and electronic trading workflows. Familiarity with the FIX protocol and market data integration.
• Professional Skills: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Strong team collaboration and mentoring capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with profiling tools and latency measurement frameworks.
• Knowledge of containerization and cloud-native architectures.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview

• Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
• If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.