Pricing Algo Java Engineer
Up to £160,000 on the base
I am looking for experienced Java engineers to join one of Europe’s top-tier fixed-income algorithmic trading desks. The role involves building a greenfield execution system from the ground up, spanning five core business domains, with a strong focus on performance, reliability, and clean system design in a front-office trading environment.
Role Description
You are a confident and self-motivating developer with a solid understanding of electronic markets. You are client focused and are comfortable communicating with stakeholders across the bank. You are at home developing in a small self-organising team and value user feedback within an agile development process. You can manage expectations effectively and have a demonstrable track record of owning delivery of a high profile product to demanding business users. You are familiar with the Fixed Income markets, both cash and derivatives, and understand the value of an intuitive, robust and reliable eTrading systems to a trading desk.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop sophisticated algorithmic trading strategies using quantitative methods and statistical analysis
* Implement and optimize execution algorithms to improve trading efficiency and reduce market impact
* Collaborate with quants, developers, and traders to translate trading ideas into production-ready code
* Monitor and evaluate the performance of trading strategies, making real-time adjustments as necessary
* Conduct research on new trading opportunities and market inefficiencies
* Develop and maintain relationships with electronic trading venues and liquidity providers
* Contribute to the firm's overall electronic trading infrastructure and technology stack
Required Experience:
* Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative field
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in electronic trading or a similar role in financial markets
* Strong programming skills in Java, with experience in low-latency environments
* In-depth understanding of market microstructure, order types, and exchange connectivity
* Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment