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# Java Software Engineer : Java : Quant Trading : £150k

- **Company:** Hunter Bond
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Algorithmic Trading, Big Data, Data Systems, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Data Processing, Reliability of Systems, Build Tools, Programming Languages
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815188500-java-software-engineer--java--quant-trading--150k

## About the Role

* 3+ years of platform-level software engineering experience
 * Strong computer science fundamentals (degree or equivalent experience)
 * Proven expertise in Java, Python, or other modern programming languages
 * Experience working with large-scale, high-volume data systems
 * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
 * Comfortable collaborating with distributed, global teams, * Passionate about solving complex problems with elegant solutions
 * Deeply care about user experience and system reliability
 * Enjoy experimenting with emerging technologies and tools
 * Value writing clean, modular, and maintainable code
 * Excited to learn more about financial markets and trading systems

## Description

Overview

We're working with a leading, technology-driven trading organisation with a global presence, seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their innovative platform engineering team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on cutting-edge systems that process data at scale, powering decision-making in fast-moving global markets.

Key Skills & Experience

 * 3+ years of platform-level software engineering experience
 * Strong computer science fundamentals (degree or equivalent experience)
 * Proven expertise in Java, Python, or other modern programming languages
 * Experience working with large-scale, high-volume data systems
 * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
 * Comfortable collaborating with distributed, global teams

The Role

 * Build tools to enable rapid market opportunities and enhance trading operations
 * Partner closely with analysts, quants, and traders to understand their needs and deliver intuitive, self-service solutions
 * Design and develop systems for large-scale data acquisition, processing, storage, and visualisation
 * Contribute to a platform that consolidates technologies and data to accelerate research and trading strategies
 * Continuously refine and extend global platform capabilities while adapting to evolving business priorities

Who Should Apply

 * Passionate about solving complex problems with elegant solutions
 * Deeply care about user experience and system reliability
 * Enjoy experimenting with emerging technologies and tools
 * Value writing clean, modular, and maintainable code
 * Excited to learn more about financial markets and trading systems

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performance engineering team in a business that invests heavily in technology and talent. You'll work in a culture that values impact over process, encourages experimentation, and supports continuous learning.

Location

London (Hybrid, flexible working available)


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