Java Developer- Algo Trading

Job DescriptionLow latency Java Developer – Algo TradingUp to £160,000 p/aLeading London-based trading firm has an outstanding opportunity for a Java Developer to join their low latency trading team.Our client quant prop trading house with performance figures of 22%. They are currently looking to expand their high and intraday trading presence across FX, equities and commodities.The Java Developer will:Work closely with the Head of Trading and the Quant Team and assist in design and development of new trading algorithms, mainly in JavaHelp engineer a new greenfield low latency trading platformWork on connectivity to Financial ExchangesImprove/maintain existing strategiesDevelop utility applications and excel tools to help with trading activitiesWork with traders, understand requirements for new applications and strategies to develop and also resolve issues if anyThis is an opportunity for someone that wants to work with a smart people in a collaborative environment that is solely focused on cross asset trading.They avoid the bureaucracy of larger organisations, and keep their management structures flat. Decisions are made efficiently; changes are implemented quickly.It’s a friendly, open place where people are moti…