Algo Trading Engineer

A leading trading team is seeking a strong engineer to support and enhance its algorithmic trading platform. This role involves close collaboration with trading and research, focusing on expanding an established in-house system rather than building from scratch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and enhance trading algorithms and signal processing tools.

• Work directly with Front Office teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions.

• Contribute to the ongoing evolution of a global trading platform.

Ideal Background:

• Strong Java development skills; comfortable supporting systems on the trading floor.

• Experience with algorithmic or systematic trading systems.

• Familiarity with low-latency or event-driven architectures.

• Knowledge of financial markets; experience in any asset class (FX preferred).

• Exposure to tools like KDB or similar is a plus.

• Any C++ experience would be a huge benefit.

Key sell

• Opportunity to work closely with traders and researchers on strategy innovation.