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# Java Software Engineer

- **Company:** Miller Maxwell Ltd
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering
- **Published:** September 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/java-software-engineer/48838181

## About the Role

STEM related degreeAt least 5 years of commercial Java or C++ Software engineering experience.Experience with high-performance software.Algorithmic software engineering experienceMultithreaded software development experience.Experience working within financial services is not essential but is preferred.Package for the Software Engineer includes:Highly competitive bonusPension contributionLife Assurance coverPrivate medical coverWellness package including gym membership26 days annual leave #J-18808-Ljbffr

## Description

Software Engineer - Systematic Trading - Miller Maxwell is recruiting for an established proprietary trading firm running systematic, algorithmic strategies in futures markets globally. The firm builds its own low-latency trading infrastructure in-house and trades at serious scale.Miller Maxwell's client is a high-performing trading firm with a strong track record - Software Engineers will be give full exposure across their tech stack. The core platform, high performance real-time trading software utilise Java, C++ and Python technology.The Software Engineer will:Work across the full software engineering lifecycle building and enhancing their real-time trading software.Own core projects building and maintaining their core trading platform services: execution, order/position management, market data.Work closely with front-office users including Traders and QuantsWork on latency-critical projects.Improve system performance and reliability.Experience the Software Engineer will bring:A