Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited is a renowned global recruitment agency specializing in providing tailored staffing solutions across various industries, including technology, finance, engineering, and healthcare. With a strong reputation for excellence, Hays connects talented professionals with leading organizations to foster growth and innovation. The company prides itself on its extensive network, industry expertise, and commitment to delivering high-quality services to both clients and candidates. As a trusted partner in the recruitment landscape, Hays continuously strives to match the right talent with the right opportunities, ensuring mutual success and long-term relationships.
Join a leading independent technology and services provider as a Java Developer specializing in e-Trading within the global markets division. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where you will contribute to the development and enhancement of a cutting-edge eFX trading platform. You will work closely with quantitative analysts, traders, and technology teams to drive automation, optimize performance, and increase revenue streams. Sitting within the Principal Flow Trading stream, this position provides full ownership of the development lifecycle, from analysis and design to implementation and deployment. The role is based in London with a hybrid working model, offering flexibility and a chance to be at the forefront of electronic trading innovation.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in electronic trading, particularly within eFX markets. Proven experience in developing low-latency, event-driven algorithmic trading platforms is essential. Advanced proficiency in Java, including techniques for lock-free programming and low garbage collection, is required. Familiarity with messaging protocols such as Aeron, Kafka, FIX, SBE, ITCH, and OUCH is important, along with knowledge of time-series databases like KDB and proficiency in Python for analytics purposes.
Experience working collaboratively with quantitative teams to implement algorithmic models is highly desirable. Additionally, full-stack development experience, especially with React for building trader tools and dashboards, is advantageous. Candidates should demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills, a keen understanding of trading workflows, and the ability to operate effectively in an agile environment.
Develop and maintain a low-latency, high-throughput eFX algorithmic trading platform to meet the evolving needs of global markets. Take ownership of initiatives from conception through deployment, including conducting thorough analysis, designing system architectures, implementing code, and delivering robust solutions. Design, implement, and back-test pricing models and execution strategies to optimize trading performance. Build analytics tools to monitor model accuracy and platform health, ensuring high reliability and efficiency. Enhance the proprietary eTrading framework, integrating new features and improving existing functionalities used across the global markets division. Collaborate closely with quantitative analysts, traders, and technology teams in an agile setting to deliver innovative solutions that drive revenue growth and operational excellence. Maintain a focus on low-latency performance, system stability, and scalability to support high-frequency trading activities. Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation to uphold quality standards and facilitate knowledge sharing within the team.
Joining Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited offers access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal growth. You will benefit from competitive compensation aligned with industry standards, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for continuous learning and development. The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, encouraging innovation and teamwork. Additional perks may include health and wellness programs, pension schemes, and support for career advancement through training and mentorship programs. Working within a global organization also provides valuable networking opportunities and exposure to cutting-edge technologies in the financial trading sector.
Equal Opportunity
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value and respect individual differences and believe that diversity enhances our ability to serve clients and candidates effectively. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive and succeed.
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