Low Latency Java Developer

Join our client, and become a key player in the development of world-class trading systems.
What you will do:

- Take ownership in the design, development, and delivery of trading system components.

- Implement new features, fix bugs, and tune performance.

- Collaborate with Financial Products and quantitative researchers to deliver innovative products.

- Mentor team members and drive firm-wide initiatives.

Requirements:

- Over 8 years of experience in developing high-performance Java applications.

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field.

- Proven experience in the financial industry, particularly within a Hedge Fund, Investment Bank, or Exchange, focusing on trading application development.

- Strong knowledge of modern software development practices and testing methodologies, including TDD and BDD.

- Expertise in design patterns and object-oriented programming principles, including SOLID, with a deep understanding of algorithms and their complexities.

- In-depth understanding of the Java Memory Model and practical experience with concurrency.

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to deconstruct larger problems and simplify complex issues.

- Passionate about software development, committed to continuous learning, and prioritizes quality over quantity.

Nice to Have:

- Experience in developing execution algorithms and risk management systems.

- Knowledge of FX/Crypto spot and derivatives markets.

- Basic understanding of mathematics.

- Working knowledge of the KDB/q language.

- Familiarity with containerization using Docker/Kubernetes.

- Experience with financial protocols such as REST/WS, FIX, or others.

Originally posted on Himalayas