A leading global financial services organization is seeking an experienced Algo developer to support it algorithmic trading and quantitative strategies initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, solid programming experience, and a logical approach to problem-solving. This role involves building, deploying, and supporting algorithmic trading strategies, analytical tools, and scalable trading infrastructure, all within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Position Overview: We are looking for a talented developer to contribute to the development and enhancement of trading strategies and engines. This role involves close collaboration with global trading, quantitative research, and technology teams to evolve the platform and support business growth.
Key Responsibilities: - Develop and enhance trading strategies and engines using core Java
- Collaborate with global teams to advance trading platforms and capabilities
- Work on a diverse range of projects including algorithm development, performance optimization, and signal/data analysis
- Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment
- Build systems that are high-volume, low-latency, resilient, and scalable using modern Java technologies
Required Skills: - Strong core Java skills in a UNIX/Linux environment
- Ability to translate business and technical requirements into robust solutions
- Logical problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a global team
- Experience with Git, Jenkins, and unit testing frameworks like JUnit
- Solid understanding of Linux fundamentals
- Interest in financial markets and trading systems
Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with automated market making, direct market access (DMA), or algorithmic trading in liquid markets (e.g., equities, FX, rates)
- Familiarity with time-series data analysis using technologies like KDB/q
- Experience with RESTful web services, TypeScript, and Angular
- Knowledge of low-latency messaging and pub/sub middleware technologies
- Understanding of the FIX protocol