Low Latency Java Developer

1 week ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Greenfix Property Care Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

Low Latency Java Developer - FX options - Inside IR35

Central London - Hybrid - 3 days on site, 2 days remote

12 months

Brief

Our client is seeking a Low Latency Java Developer with hands-on experience in FIX protocol integration to join their FX Options technology team.

You will play a hands-on role in modernising and optimising the trading platform, delivering ultra-low latency solutions for front-office trading and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, optimise, and maintain low latency Java-based trading systems
  • Implement and maintain FIX protocol connectivity for FX Options trading
  • Work closely with Quants, Traders, and Risk teams to translate business requirements into high-performance solutions
  • Take ownership of the end-to-end performance of the platform, including debugging, tuning, and optimising for ultra-low latency
  • Ensure adherence to best coding practices and provide technical leadership within the development team
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on architecture, design, and deployment of trading solutions

Required Skills

  • 5-10 years' experience as a Java Developer in front-office or trading environments
  • Strong Java Core, multi-threading, and concurrent programming experience
  • Proven experience with low latency system design and optimisation
  • Hands-on experience with FIX protocol integration
  • Solid business knowledge of FX Options trading workflows
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Resilient, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced trading environment

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

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