Graduate Software Engineer
Hybrid
London, United Kingdom
Full Time
04-04-2025
Job Specifications
Are you a recent graduate with a passion for technology and a keen interest in financial markets? Have you completed an internship in trading and want to take your experience to the next level? We are looking for ambitious and talented individuals to join our team and work on cutting-edge high-frequency trading (HFT) platforms that drive our trading operations.
About the Role:
As a Graduate Software Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team developing high-performance trading systems and algorithms that operate in real-time markets. You’ll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, building scalable, low-latency solutions that maximize trading efficiency. You will collaborate with experienced traders and technologists to innovate and maintain the critical infrastructure that powers our trading strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop, optimize, and maintain HFT systems with a focus on performance, scalability, and reliability.
Collaborate with traders to translate their strategies into technical solutions.
Implement algorithms and software solutions that interact with real-time financial data and trading environments.
Participate in the end-to-end development process, including system design, coding, testing, and deployment.
Conduct performance analysis, monitoring, and tuning of trading systems to maintain low latency and high throughput.
Work with cross-functional teams to solve complex technical challenges in a high-stakes trading environment.
What We’re Looking For:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
Completion of an internship in trading or experience in a trading environment.
Strong programming skills in languages such as C++, Python, or Java.
Understanding of algorithms, data structures, and distributed systems.
Ability to solve complex problems with a high degree of technical proficiency.
Passion for finance, trading, and working in a high-performance computing environment.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a keen interest in collaborating with traders and engineers.
Why Join Us?
Work on cutting-edge trading platforms in a high-energy, collaborative environment.
Learn from industry experts in finance and technology.
Fast-paced, challenging, and rewarding work that directly impacts trading performance.
Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.
A culture of continuous learning and development, with mentorship and support from experienced professionals.
If you’re eager to apply your skills in a high-frequency trading environment and drive innovation in financial markets, apply today! We want talented graduates who are excited to solve complex problems and thrive in a dynamic, results-driven environment.
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