Java Engineer - FX Global Trading Platform

This role focuses on building high-performance, scalable Java services at the core of an ultra-low-latency global trading platform. You’ll work on complex, data-intensive systems that support real-time pricing, configuration management, and electronic trading operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop software across both functional features and non-functional objectives such as performance and scalability.

• Build and maintain automated test coverage, applying test-driven development practices.

• Investigate and resolve performance or bandwidth bottlenecks with creative, data-driven solutions.

• Collaborate closely with quantitative research and trading teams on design, usability, and platform enhancements.

• Produce clear technical documentation, including architecture decisions and complex code explanations.

Key Requirements

• Strong understanding of the core Java platform.

• Experience in Financial Services, ideally trading/FX

• Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and HTML5 (highly desirable).

• Solid knowledge of computer science fundamentals, including data structures and algorithms.

• Familiarity with modern SDLC tools, workflows, and engineering best practices.

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