Software Engineer

Hybrid

London, United kingdom

Full Time

08-04-2025

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Job Specifications

Java Engineer - Front Office Trading Systems (Hybrid) (UK-based applicants only)

My client is looking for a Java Engineer to join a fast-paced front office development team supporting global trading in interest rate and credit markets. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on building and maintaining the core systems used by traders and middle office teams to manage a wide range of financial instruments.

What You'll Be Working On
Developing and enhancing key trading applications used for pricing, executing, and managing fixed income products.
Building high-performance backend services that connect to global trading platforms and internal tools.
Working closely with traders and other stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver robust, scalable solutions.
Identifying and resolving issues around latency, connectivity, and system resilience.

What You Bring to the Table
Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar subject.
3-7 years of post-higher education professional experience (ideally in Investment Bank or Hedge Fund).
Strong professional experience in Java, particularly in building backend systems where performance and reliability matter.
Solid understanding of multithreading, concurrency, and event-driven programming.
Familiarity with messaging systems and streaming technologies commonly used in real-time applications.
Experience with frameworks like Vert.x & Akka/Kafka.
Exposure to or interest in financial trading systems, especially around bonds, swaps, repos, or other interest rate products.

About the Company

Stanford Black is one of London's leading technology and trading recruitment firms; with all of the experience, resources and contacts you need to take full advantage of today's fast moving business environments. Stanford Black connects leading hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, investment banks, scientific research houses, big data analytics firms and ambitious tech start-ups with the highest calibre professionals at every level. We source only the best candidates from an array of backgrounds and institutions and a... Know more