Overview

A leading global investment bank is seeking a

Java Developer / eTrading Strategist

to join its

London Rates eTrading team . This front-office role focuses on designing, building, and optimising

low-latency Java trading systems

that power the bank''s global Rates business.Responsibilities

Design and implement

low-latency, multithreaded Java applications

for Rates eTrading.

Develop and optimise

execution algorithms, smart order routers, and pricing engines .

Profile and tune Java applications for

GC optimisation, lock contention, and throughput .

Implement real-time

monitoring, logging, and alerting frameworks .

Partner with quants to integrate

pricing models into Java-based trading systems .

Conduct rigorous

code reviews, testing, and benchmarking .

Candidate Profile

Degree in

Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics , or related field.

10+ years'' experience

in Java development within

low-latency trading systems .

Deep knowledge of

Java concurrency, GC tuning, memory management, and NIO .

Familiarity with

market microstructure, FIX, order types, and trading protocols .

Proven track record delivering

production-grade Java trading platforms .

Rates (cash and derivatives) eTrading

experience strongly .

Technical Skills

Core

Java 11+ , multithreading, lock-free programming.

Low-latency messaging frameworks ( Aeron, Chronicle Queue, Kafka ).

High-performance

data structures and memory-efficient coding .

Experience with

distributed systems, microservices, and cloud- Java .

Knowledge of

market-making algos, smart order routing, HFT architectures .

What’s on Offer

Direct impact

on the Rates eTrading desk, with ownership of

mission-critical systems .

Work on

cutting-edge low-latency engineering challenges .

Collaborative

front-office environment

with quants and traders.

Hybrid working

- only 2 days/month in the London office.

Competitive compensation with

strong career growth potential .

If you are passionate about

Java, low latency, and electronic trading , we''d love to hear from you.McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

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