At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and enhance low-latency components for electronic trading platforms.
- Company: Join Delta Capita, a global leader in financial services technology.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hybrid working, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with ongoing support and development.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the fast-paced world of electronic trading and technology innovation.
- Qualifications: Strong Java skills and experience with distributed systems required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Location: London, Hybrid
Role Type: 12 Month Contract
Delta Capita is seeking a highly skilled Senior eTrading Developer to join our clients Global Markets Technology practice. This role will focus on developing and enhancing low‑latency components within an electronic trading (eTrading) and eRisk platform used across global FX and electronic execution businesses.
The team designs and builds high‑performance, distributed systems that manage liquidity, generate real‑time prices, handle internal and external order execution, and support algorithmic trading strategies. This role will work as part of a global delivery team, contributing to next‑generation initiatives aimed at improving pricing quality, reducing latency, enhancing algorithmic execution capabilities, and expanding eTrading functionality.
As a senior Java engineer, the successful candidate will:
- Develop high‑quality, low‑latency server‑side Java components using industry‑standard patterns.
- Apply continuous integration practices and automated testing (unit, integration).
- Conduct comprehensive testing prior to release into UAT.
- Assist with deployment processes across development and test environments.
- Participate in intraday and overnight support rotations when required.
Strong server‑side Java experience, including demonstrable multithreaded development skills.
Experience building highly available, distributed systems.
Hands‑on experience with electronic trading, pricing engines, or algorithmic execution components (FX or similar asset classes).
Knowledge of testing methodologies including TDD/BDD.
Familiarity with time‑series databases (e.g., Experience with lock‑free algorithms, advanced concurrency, and performance optimisation is preferred.
This is a contract role located in London. As the selection and interview process is ongoing, please submit your application in English as soon as possible. If your profile is selected, a member of our team will contact you within 4 weeks. For this role, a valid working permit for the UK is mandatory.
Expectations regarding hybrid working: As we are a Service Provider and Consulting firm servicing clients, our policy for physically working from the office aligns to what our clients' policies and expectations are, which vary. Most of our clients now require a minimum of 3 days per week in the office, 2 days from home, and accordingly this is also the minimum expectation that Delta Capita requires.
Senior Java Developer - Remote working employer: Delta Capita
Delta Capita is an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in the financial services sector. With a focus on employee growth and development, the company offers numerous opportunities for career advancement while promoting a healthy work-life balance through its hybrid working model in the vibrant city of London. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that values your contributions and supports your professional journey.
