Software Engineer in London

Software Engineer in London

London Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and develop high-performance trading and risk platforms with global teams.
  • Company: Leading global investment bank in Central London with a focus on innovation.
  • Benefits: Strong career progression, competitive salary, and dynamic work environment.
  • Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities to work on next-gen platforms.
  • Why this job: Join a world-class organisation and tackle complex challenges in financial technology.
  • Qualifications: 5+ years in software engineering with expertise in Java and C++.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

A leading global investment bank based in Central London is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join its high-performance technology division. This role sits at the heart of their risk management and trading systems, working on next-generation platforms that support real-time financial decision-making across global markets. You’ll collaborate with international engineering teams and front-office financial stakeholders, contributing to mission-critical systems built with C++, Java, and modern software engineering practices. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on cutting-edge financial technology within a world-class organisation offering strong career progression.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and enhance high-performance trading and risk platforms
  • Work closely with global engineering teams and financial business units
  • Contribute to next-gen architecture and platform modernisation
  • Solve complex technical challenges in a fast-moving environment
  • Ensure reliability, scalability, and performance of critical systems

Required Skills & Experience

  • 5+ years of professional software engineering experience
  • Strong programming expertise in Java and C++
  • Proven experience in software design, system architecture, and complex problem solving
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
  • Prior experience within financial services, trading, or risk systems

Software Engineer in London employer: Fraser & Co. Talent Partners Limited

Fraser & Co. Talent Partners Limited is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration among talented professionals in the heart of the City of London. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to cutting-edge technologies and high-impact projects in the FinTech sector, making this a rewarding opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a thriving environment.

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Contact Details:

Fraser & Co. Talent Partners Limited Recruitment Team

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