Software Engineer – Algo Trading/ Low latency / Java / C++

Overview

In this role you will help design and build trading algorithms and a new low-latency platform within a London-based quant trading firm. You’ll work closely with traders, the Head of Trading, and the Quant Team to translate requirements into scalable Java-based solutions and robust exchange connectivity. You’ll contribute to cross-asset trading initiatives and maintain/extend existing strategies, while gaining exposure to high-frequency trading in a collaborative, flat-structure environment. This is a chance to shape fast, data-driven trading infrastructure at speed.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop trading algorithms in Java
• Engineer a greenfield low-latency trading platform
• Build connectivity to financial exchanges
• Improve and maintain existing trading strategies
• Develop utility applications and tools for trading activities
• Collaborate with traders to gather requirements and resolve issues

Key requirements

• Commercial Java development experience
• C++ considered but core coding is Java
• SQL proficiency
• Strong understanding of general programming concepts
• BSc/MSc/PhD in Computer Science or Machine Learning from a top 40 university
• Diligent coder with solid problem-solving skills

• Collaborative mindset
• Strong communication with traders and cross-functional teams
• Proactive problem-solving
• Java development
• C++ (optional but beneficial)
• SQL

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