> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2767332-global-banking-markets-low-latency-java-c-software-engineer-vice-president-london](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2767332-global-banking-markets-low-latency-java-c-software-engineer-vice-president-london). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Global Banking Markets - Low-Latency Java/C++ Software Engineer - Vice President - London - **Company:** Goldman Sachs, Inc. - **Location:** London, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Linux, Python (Programming Language), Reference Data, SQL Databases, Integration Tests, Low Latency, Apache Kafka - **Published:** September 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/global-banking-markets-low-latency-javac-software-engineer-vice-president-london/46387999 ## About the Role development function to build new functionality for clients, adapt the platform to meet regulatory and industry changes and expand into new markets.As a member of the team, you will play an integral role on the trading floor. This is a dynamic, entrepreneurial team with a passion for technology and the markets, with individuals who thrive in a fast-paced changing environment. The team takes a data driven approach to decision making and you should be willing to participate in the full product lifecycle from requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, support, and monitoring.RESPONSIBILITIESDesign, build and maintain high-performance, high-availability, high-capacity, yet nimble and adaptive platforms satisfying a range of business needsWork in partnership with the wider engineering & product teams to design and implement best-in-class solutionsWork closely with our counterpart teams globally to ensure we're building features and systems that can be reused and leveraging work and experience from the other regionsSKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE'RE LOOKING FORBASIC QUALIFICATIONSStrong Java or C++ programming skills, ideally in a real-time low latency / zero GC environmentHigh desire to produce organised, readable, and maintainable softwareProven problem-solving ability with critical and creative thinkingEffective communicator in both written and verbal mediumsHands-on experience writing robust, automated unit and integration test suites to ensure code reliabilityPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPrior experience working on an electronic trading platform, including reference data, market data & FIXAbility to balance multiple, time-sensitive projects while maintaining a longer term, strategic focusKnowledge of Kafka, Python, SQL and/or Linux would be beneficialPrior experience of a sequencer/event-based architecture, and/or Zero-GC Java #J-18808-Ljbffr ## Related Videos - [How to Benchmark Your Apache Kafka](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/76-how-to-benchmark-your-apache-kafka) - [Microservices architecture as a key element in building trading systems for global finance markets](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1196-microservices-architecture-as-a-key-element-in-building-trading-systems-for-global-finance-markets) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Swapping Low Latency Data Storage Under High Load](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/746-swapping-low-latency-data-storage-under-high-load) - [".Net is too slow" was not an option](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100176-net-is-too-slow-was-not-an-option) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Software Developer Salary in Switzerland [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/215-software-developer-salary-in-switzerland-2023) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [How Much FAANG Companies Actually Pay Software Engineers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/230-how-much-faang-companies-actually-pay-software-engineers-in-2025) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)