The Opportunity
We're partnered with a leading global investment bank, seeking a Senior Technical Lead Java Developer to join their front-office eFX Pricing & Platform Team .
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll work directly with Quants and Traders to engineer ultra-low-latency trading systems. You'll combine advanced Java engineering with strategic input into platform architecture, optimisation, and scalability -delivering business-critical solutions used daily in electronic trading.
What You'll Be Working On
Designing and building low-latency, multi-threaded Java applications for market making and pricing.
Developing and optimising pricing algorithms, order management, and execution logic .
Engineering algo containers and ultra-low-latency applications using TCP/IP, UDP, and GC tuning.
Driving automation, performance optimisation, scalability, and resilience across platforms.
Leading complex technical initiatives across multiple feature teams.
Partnering closely with front-office stakeholders to deliver impactful trading technology.
What We're Looking For
Deep expertise in Java with proven experience in ultra-low-latency, high-performance systems .
Strong background in electronic trading (ideally eFX) with pricing engines, algos, or order management systems.
Skilled in multi-threading, GC tuning, TCP/UDP protocols, and performance optimisation.
Experience with test-driven development, automation frameworks, and Agile/DevOps.
Ability to provide technical leadership and influence architecture/strategy .
What's on Offer
£160,000-£180,000 base salary
Circa 20% cash/benefits allowance
Pension scheme & highly competitive bonus
30 days holiday
Hybrid working - just 2 days per month onsite
This is a rare chance to play a hands-on leadership role in front-office trading technology, delivering ultra-low-latency solutions in a high-profile environment.
McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.
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