JAVA DEVELOPER – ALGORITHMIC TRADING SYSTEMS
The Role:
This is a hands-on development role focused on the design and implementation of industry-leading algorithmic trading systems. You will work on the core platform that executes our proprietary trading algorithms across multiple asset classes, ensuring low-latency, high-reliability performance in a fast-paced environment.
What You'll Actually Do:
Core Development:
Design & Build: Architect and develop high-performance trading systems that power our in-house algorithmic execution strategies.
Back-Test & Validate: Build and maintain back-testing frameworks to evaluate algorithm reliability, performance, and risk-adjusted returns.
Enhance & Optimize: Continuously improve existing algorithms and implement new strategies based on evolving business requirements.
Own the Code: Write clean, maintainable, production-grade Java code that meets rigorous performance and reliability standards.
Collaboration & Quality:
Architectural Input: Participate in technical design discussions and contribute to architectural decisions that shape the future of the platform.
Code Reviews: Review peer code to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to best practices.
Requirements Analysis: Translate complex business requirements into pragmatic technical solutions, creating specifications where needed.
Support & Maintenance: Support the implementation lifecycle and troubleshoot production issues to ensure system stability.
Who You Are (The Must-Haves):
Core Technical Skills:
Java Mastery: Deep, expert-level knowledge of Java with proven experience building production systems.
Concurrency Expert: Excellent understanding of threading, synchronization, and concurrent programming in Java.
Computer Science Fundamentals: Strong grasp of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns.
Linux Proficiency: Comfortable working in a Linux development environment.
Scripting Ability: Good scripting skills using Python, Bash, or similar languages.
Academic Background:
A degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or an equivalent technical discipline.
Soft Skills:
Thrives Under Pressure: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with tight deadlines.
Problem-Solver: Analytical mindset with the ability to decompose complex problems into practical solutions.
Team Player: Collaborative and open to feedback through code reviews and technical discussions.
What Sets You Apart (Nice-to-Haves):
Investment Banking Experience: Prior experience working in an investment bank or similar financial institution.
Algo Development: Exposure to algorithm development, trading strategies, or quantitative systems.
C++ Knowledge: Experience with C++ development is a strong plus.
Advanced Linux: Deep understanding of Linux system internals, performance tuning, and low-level optimization.
Networking & Architecture: Knowledge of computer networks, computer architecture, and operating systems.
Agile Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile software development practices (Scrum, Kanban, etc.).
Why You Should Consider This:
High-Impact Work: Your code directly drives trading decisions and execution in real-time markets.
Complex Challenges: Work on distributed, low-latency systems that push the boundaries of performance engineering.
Collaborative Environment: Join a team of talented engineers who value code quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Career Growth: Build expertise at the intersection of finance and cutting-edge technology.
Competitive Compensation: Attractive package commensurate with experience and impact.