Java Developer - Algo Trading | Front Office

Vertus Partners

Madrid, Spain

8 days ago

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Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

www.buscojobs.com.es

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Algorithmic Trading Software Engineering Real Time Systems Low Latency

Job description

Location:LondonSector:Job type:Salary:£** - £** per annum + Benefits & BonusContact email:Job ref:JDAG/FF/**Startdate:ASAPJava Developer - Algo Trading

Front OfficeAre you a skilled Java developer with a passion for financial markets and algorithmic trading?This is a rare opportunity to step into a front-office role where you’ll work at the intersection of software development and quantitative trading.This is the ideal role if you thrive in a high-energy environment and want to build cutting-edge trading systems.The Role:As part of this high-performing team, you’ll be responsible for designing, developing, and optimising algorithmic trading strategies.This isn’t just about writing quick scripts-it’s about building robust, production-grade systems that execute trades with precision and efficiency.You’ll collaborate closely with traders and quants, developing low-latency trading algorithms that operate across multiple asset classes, including FX, Equities, and potentially Rates and Credit.Given the front-office nature of this role, you’ll be directly involved in shaping trading strategies, ensuring systems respond in real-time to market conditions.What You’ll Be Doing:Developing and optimising trading algorithms with a focus on speed, efficiency, and reliability.Building low-latency, high-throughput systems that can handle real-time market data and execution logic.Working alongside traders and quants to fine-tune strategies and ensure seamless integration of technology into the trading workflow.Enhancing and maintaining existing trading infrastructure, continuously improving performance and scalability.Navigating a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, where milliseconds can make a significant impact on profitability.What We’re Looking For:Candidates in the early stages of their career with Java development experience, ideally in a high-performance or real-time systems environment.A strong interest in trading and financial markets, with a desire to be embedded in a front-office team.Experience (or strong enthusiasm) for working with low-latency systems, preferably in FX or Equities, though other asset classes like Rates and Credit are also considered.Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.A proactive, curious mindset with the ability to pick up new concepts quickly.Why Apply?Work in a front-office trading environment, gaining direct exposure to market-making and execution strategies.Grow and develop-this role is ideal for someone looking to upskill in both software engineering and trading.Join a firm where technology is a key competitive advantage, and innovation is encouraged.Competitive compensation, strong mentorship, and career progression in a cutting-edge trading environment.#J-*****-Ljbffr

Requirements

Candidates in the early stages of their career with Java development experience, ideally in a high-performance or real-time systems environment. A strong interest in trading and financial markets, with a desire to be embedded in a front-office team. Experience (or strong enthusiasm) for working with low-latency systems, preferably in FX or Equities, though other asset classes like Rates and Credit are also considered. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure. A proactive, curious mindset with the ability to pick up new concepts quickly.

Benefits & conditions

Work in a front-office trading environment, gaining direct exposure to market-making and execution strategies. Grow and develop-this role is ideal for someone looking to upskill in both software engineering and trading. Join a firm where technology is a key competitive advantage, and innovation is encouraged. Competitive compensation, strong mentorship, and career progression in a cutting-edge trading environment. #J-*****-Ljbffr