Hays Software Engineering are looking for a Principal Developer looking to take the next step in their career whilst also remaining hands-on in joining a new FX matching engine team within a world renowned Financial Services business.What you will be doing:
- Spearhead the design and development of a high-performance FX Exchange application, utilising Java as the primary language with foundational expertise in C++.
- Shape the technical vision, ensuring the implementation of robust, scalable, and secure FX trading solutions across FX Spot and FX Swaps products.
- Architect systems that adhere to key operational, risk management, and regulatory requirements.
- Optimise Java applications and fine-tune operating systems to maximise performance in high-frequency trading environments.
What we are looking for:
- 10-15 years hands-on Java experience.
- Experience building FX trading applications.
- Experience within High Frequency Trading environments.
- Understanding of FIX protocol, Low Latency & binary protocols for market data.
Benefits details:
- 25 annual leave days + bank holidays.
- Performance bonus (20%+)
- 5% non-contributory pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- £1,000 annual well-being sum
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