Java Developer - Normanton

Requirements

Must have:

- We are looking for a strong commercial background in server-side Java within low-latency or performance-critical environments.

• We require demonstrable experience in electronic trading or other market-facing systems.
• You should have a solid understanding of low-latency system design and optimisation.
• We expect experience with Linux, ideally Red Hat.
• You should have experience with Linux kernel tuning and performance optimisation.
• You should have experience with containers such as Docker, Kubernetes, or similar.
• You should have a good understanding of networking concepts relevant to trading systems.
• Experience working with front-office execution or trading desks is highly desirable.
• Exposure to algorithmic trading platforms is a plus.
• Understanding of market microstructure is highly desirable.
• Experience working in co-location environments is a plus.
• We are seeking candidates with Java expertise and strong Linux skills.

Responsibilities:

- We design, build, and enhance low-latency Java-based trading and execution applications.

• We contribute to algorithmic execution platforms across multiple asset classes.
• We collaborate closely with quants and trading desks to implement and evolve execution strategies.
• We optimise system performance, determinism, and stability.
• We develop and deploy services within containerised environments.
• We maintain and enhance systems running on physical infrastructure in co-location data centres.
• We participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and production support as required.
• We work across Fixed Income, FX, and Futures execution technology in a front-office, market-facing environment.

Company:

We are a leading markets organisation expanding our E-Trading and Algorithmic Execution capability. Our cross-asset execution technology team supports low-latency trading and execution platforms across Fixed Income, FX, and Futures, operating in a front-office, market-facing environment. Based in London, UK, this is a permanent Java Developer role within a global organisation where you will work closely with traders, quants, and execution teams to design, develop, and optimise high-performance systems deployed in co-location environments.