Java Software Engineer
Summary
Lead the design and build of real-time, low-latency trading platforms using Java, React, Kafka, and Kubernetes for a front-office modernisation programme.
London (Hybrid)
Overview
My client is looking to hire a Lead Engineer (VP) to play a key role in the transformation of Front Office technology.
This is a high-impact position within a multi-year platform modernisation programme, focused on building real-time, low-latency, high-performance systems that directly support front office trading workflows.
You’ll operate across the full stack, influence architecture, and work closely with the business to deliver scalable, next-generation trading platforms.
The Role
As a Lead Engineer, you will combine hands‑on engineering with technical leadership, shaping both the platform and engineering standards.
Key responsibilities:
- Build and evolve a suite of real‑time, high‑performance microservices for trading workflows
- Lead end‑to‑end solution design across backend and frontend systems
- Partner directly with traders and stakeholders to translate requirements into impactful solutions
- Drive best practices across distributed systems, testing, CI/CD, and code quality
- Influence and contribute to the modernisation strategy of the fixed income tech stack
- Act as a technical leader, raising the bar across engineering standards and design decisions
Tech Environment
Java | React (Vite, NX) | Kafka / Solace / RabbitMQ | WebSockets / SSE | Rx | Kubernetes | SQL
About You
You are a strong technologist and technical leader with a passion for building high-performance systems in complex environments.
You will bring:
- Deep expertise in modern Java, including concurrency, memory management, and reactive programming
- Strong experience building real-time, event-driven systems
- Advanced front-end experience with modern tooling (React, Vite, NX, Playwright)
- Strong understanding of distributed systems and microservices architecture
- Experience designing and deploying RESTful and event-driven APIs
- Hands‑on experience with containerisation and orchestration (Kubernetes)
- A track record of driving engineering excellence through best practices, CI/CD, and code quality
- Experience within financial markets / front office trading environments (Rates, Credit, Fixed Income)
- Exposure to low-latency systems
What is on Offer
- Competitive salary and non-contributory pension
- 30 days holiday + bank holidays (with option to buy more)
- Private healthcare and life assurance
Why Join?
- Work on business-critical systems used directly by traders
- Play a key role in a large-scale modernisation programme
- Influence architecture, tooling, and engineering direction
- Join a team that values engineering quality, performance, and innovation
Apply
If you’re interested in leading the build of next-generation trading platforms in a front office environment, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.