Job Title: Algo Trading Developer – Equities
Location: UK-based (Hybrid or On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Client: Confidential (Top-tier Financial Institution)
Compensation: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits
Overview
We are working on behalf of a leading global financial services firm to hire an experienced Algo Trading Developer for their Global Trading Technology team. This team builds and supports cutting-edge trading algorithms and infrastructure powering both internal trading desks and institutional clients across global equity markets.
This is a hands-on role focused on designing, developing, and optimizing low-latency, high-performance trading algorithms and order handling systems. You will collaborate closely with quants, product teams, and front-office stakeholders in a high-impact, agile environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, build, and support high-availability, low-latency trading strategies and systems.
* Collaborate with quantitative analysts on implementing models, signals, and trading logic.
* Customize and adapt algorithms based on client requirements and market conditions.
* Develop infrastructure components including order management systems, rules engines, and routing logic.
* Conduct simulation, backtesting, and performance analysis.
* Follow best practices in software development including automated testing and monitoring.
Requirements
Essential:
* BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.
* Strong proficiency in Java, Linux, and object-oriented design principles.
* Experience developing electronic trading systems in Equities, Futures, or Derivatives.
* Deep understanding of market microstructure, trading workflows, and order routing.
* Ability to implement quantitative models and perform strategy simulations.
* Experience working with front-office trading teams.
Desirable:
* Background in building benchmark tracking, dark aggregation, or liquidity-seeking algos.
* Familiarity with low-latency messaging systems (e.g., Solace, 29West).
* Experience with Agile development and event-driven programming (Pub/Sub models).
Why Apply?
* Join a high-performing global trading technology team at the forefront of market innovation.
* Work in a collaborative, front-office-aligned environment.
* Build mission-critical, revenue-generating trading systems.
* Competitive compensation and long-term career growth opportunities.