Senior eFX Algo Developer

Crédit Agricole CIB
Charing Cross, United Kingdom
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English, French
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Remote
Charing Cross, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Java
API
Agile Methodologies
Algorithmic Trading
High-Frequency Trading
Multicasting
Packet Analyzer
Performance Tuning
Scrum
Multithreading
Information Technology
Low Latency

Job description

Job description Business type Types of Jobs - IT, Digital et Data Job title Senior eFX Algo Developer Contract type Permanent Contract Management position No Job summary This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you'll be a key contributor to the development of pricing, hedging, and market connectivity systems for our eFX desk. You'll work closely with Front Office, Business Analysts, Project Managers, and QA teams to deliver robust, high-performance trading technology solutions. Key Responsibilities: Develop and enhance low-latency pricing and trading systems in Java. Prototype and deliver solutions in a fast-paced, agile environment. Analyse and optimise performance in high-frequency trading contexts. Collaborate on all stages of product delivery: design, specification, testing, and deployment. Provide 3rd line support and contribute to production stability. Participate in sprint planning, estimation, and software releases (including occasional out-of-hours deployments). Position

Requirements

location Geographical area Europe, United Kingdom City London Remote work hybrid Candidate criteria Minimal education level Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent Academic qualification / Speciality Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Engineering. Experience Strong Java development experience, including multithreading, low latency, and performance tuning. Experience in Agile, SCRUM, or Kanban methodologies. Front Office exposure in FX or quantitative finance. Required skills Clear communicator with strong analytical thinking. Values transparency, accountability, and excellence. Passionate about learning and contributing new ideas and technologies. Technical skills required Knowledge of FIX and other market protocols. Familiarity with UNIX/Linux environments. Experience in Agile, SCRUM, or Kanban methodologies. Expertise in FX ECNs, pricing algorithms, FIX engines/APIs. Experience with Solace Networking, multicast, and packet analysis tools. Postgraduate qualifications in computing, mathematics, or statistical disciplines. Languages English (required), French (desirable)

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