Overview
We’re working with a leading, technology-driven trading organisation with a global presence, seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their platform engineering team. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge systems that process data at scale, powering decision-making in fast-moving global markets.
Our client is a diversified principal trading firm operating across multiple asset classes, financial instruments, and emerging sectors.
Key Skills & Experience
* 3+ years’ experience in platform-level software engineering
* Strong computer science fundamentals (degree or equivalent experience)
* Proven expertise in Java, Python, or other modern programming languages
* Experience working with large-scale, high-volume data systems
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
* Comfortable collaborating with distributed, global teams
The Role
* Build tools to enable rapid market opportunities and enhance trading operations
* Partner closely with analysts, quants, and traders to understand their needs and deliver intuitive, self-service solutions
* Design and develop systems for large-scale data acquisition, processing, storage, and visualisation
* Contribute to a platform that consolidates technologies and data to accelerate research and trading strategies
* Continuously refine and extend global platform capabilities while adapting to evolving business priorities
What we’re looking for
* Are passionate about solving complex problems with elegant solutions
* Care deeply about user experience and system reliability
* Enjoy experimenting with emerging technologies and tools
* Value writing clean, modular, and maintainable code
* Are excited to learn more about financial markets and trading systems
* Observability tools (Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana)
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performance engineering team in a business that invests heavily in technology and talent. You’ll work in a culture that values impact over process, encourages experimentation, and supports continuous learning.
Location: London (Hybrid, flexible working available)
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology, Engineering, and Finance
Industries
* Financial Services, Engineering Services, and Information Services
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