We’re working with a leading global investment bank expanding its Front Office FX eTrading team. This is a greenfield build of a next-generation trading platform that is performance-critical, front-office facing, and built for scale and speed.
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You’ll be joining a team of exceptional technologists delivering cutting-edge solutions across FX Spot, Forwards, and Pricing, with exposure to Rates and Cross-Asset projects further down the line.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and develop ultra-low latency Java systems for electronic FX trading.
* Work closely with traders and quants to deliver performant pricing and hedging solutions.
* Lead components of system re-architecture and optimisation projects.
* Take ownership of end-to-end performance, from network to JVM tuning.
* Contribute to a high-performing, globally distributed engineering team.
Technical Environment
* Core Java, Aeron, lock-free / concurrent programming
* High-performance messaging, distributed systems, and low-latency design
* Real-time pricing, RFQ, and automated hedging systems
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience designing or building low-latency trading systems (FX or other asset classes).
* Deep understanding of Java performance tuning, GC optimisation, and threading models.
* Ability to discuss design decisions and architecture in depth.
* Front-office experience and a strong understanding of electronic trading workflows.
Why Apply?
* Greenfield build, real technical ownership and impact.
* Highly technical front-office role with direct business interaction.
* Competitive package up to £160k base + bonus + benefits.