At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and enhance FX trading applications using Java in a collaborative team.
- Company: Join a leading financial tech firm focused on innovation and reliability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with mentorship and continuous improvement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on trading systems while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in Java development and backend systems, with a passion for problem-solving.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
We’re looking for a Senior Java Developer to join our team. You’ll help develop and improve systems that support FX trading. Your work will play a meaningful role in delivering reliable and efficient trading experiences. You’ll focus on making our applications faster, more stable, and easier to scale.
You’ll work closely with engineers, product partners, and operations in a collaborative environment. You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute ideas and help shape how we design and build our systems.
- Build and enhance backend applications using Java
- Design solutions that improve system reliability and scalability
- Contribute to improving performance and overall system stability
- Take ownership of features from development through to production
- Work with teammates across engineering, product, and operations
- Contribute to team activities such as planning, code reviews, and mentoring/coaching team members
- Investigate production issues and work on continuous improvement efforts
- Help improve how the team builds and delivers software
- Write automated tests and support continuous delivery practices
- Follow secure coding standards and support compliance requirements
Experience:
- Developing backend systems in a professional environment
- Comfortable working in a Linux environment
- Familiarity with development tools such as Git and CI/CD pipelines
- Understanding of system performance and concurrency
- Experience working with Java
- Experience in trading or financial systems
- Familiarity with messaging protocols (e.g. FIX)
You take ownership of your work and follow through. You are comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. You communicate clearly and work well with others. You enjoy solving problems and learning new things.
Java Developer (FX Matching Applications) employer: London Stock Exchange
The London Stock Exchange is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for professional development and career advancement, all while being part of a prestigious institution located in the heart of London. Our inclusive culture values diverse perspectives, ensuring that every team member can contribute meaningfully to our mission of driving brand impact and achieving outstanding results.
