Java Algorithmic Developer - eFX Trading Desk
On site
London, United Kingdom
£ 120,000 / year
Full Time
01-11-2024
Job Specifications
Join a dynamic eFX desk within an investment bank, where you'll be working directly alongside traders, developing and optimising algorithms for pricing, hedging, and trading. In this role, you will support high-performance Java-based trading logic, with an emphasis on low-latency systems. Exposure to FX markets is beneficial but not essential; however, a technical background and interest in trading logic is key. You'll gain unique, hands-on experience across the entire trading life cycle and work closely with a global team.
Key requirements:
Programming Skills: Strong Java, with an emphasis on optimising code for performance and low latency. Experience in algorithmic trading, although advantageous, is not essential
Market Knowledge: Basic understanding of financial markets, especially FX or other asset classes. Familiarity with pricing, hedging, and trading principles is a plus
Analytical Skills: Strong quantitative and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze and optimize complex trading algorithms.
Environment: Prior experience in a trading or finance environment, with exposure to Quant and Trading teams. Interest or aptitude for trading logic and business insights is essential.
About the Company
Welcome to Vertus Partners. We are a market leading Financial Services and Technology recruitment consultancy, recognised for best practice and customer experience. Through honest, collaborative and effective relationships we have developed a track record as a leading supplier to some of the world's best known Financial Institutions, as well as a host of FinTech and Digital organisations, providing Contract and Permanent resources across the following areas: * IT & Digital * Quant & Data Science * Business Change & Tra... Know more
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