At a Glance
- Tasks: Build and enhance financial systems for maritime trading and brokerage.
- Company: Join a unique fintech company focused on the maritime industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Exciting niche market with strong long-term demand.
- Why this job: Combine your tech skills with maritime markets for impactful work.
- Qualifications: Experience in backend engineering and strong SQL skills required.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.
This role sits at the intersection of financial technology and maritime markets, building systems that support pricing, trading, risk, and commercial decision-making within the global shipping industry. You’ll work on platforms that handle financial data, contracts, and analytics used by brokers, traders, and commercial teams in a market-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and enhance financial systems supporting maritime trading and brokerage
- Develop backend services handling pricing, contracts, and market data
- Work with commercial stakeholders to translate financial workflows into technology
- Support data-driven decision-making across trading and operations
- Improve system reliability, performance, and scalability
Required Experience
- Backend or systems engineering experience
- Exposure to financial markets, trading, or fintech systems
- Strong SQL and data-handling skills
- Experience working with transactional or market-driven platforms
- Background in financial services, commodities, or trading technology
Nice to Have
- Commodities, shipping, or energy markets exposure
- Market data or pricing systems experience
- SaaS or platform-based product environments
Why Join
- Rare crossover between fintech and maritime markets
- Commercially focused, revenue-linked systems
- Niche domain with strong long-term demand
Financial Systems Engineer - Maritime & Shipping Markets employer: EC1 Partners
EC1 Partners is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration among talented professionals in the heart of London. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for skill development and career advancement, all while working on cutting-edge high-frequency trading technologies that make a significant impact in the financial markets.
