Senior Java Developer - (Data)

Senior Java Developer - (Data)

Full-Time 56700 - 69300 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Man Group plc

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Architect and develop a multi-petabyte scale estate for data processing.
  • Company: Join Man Group, a leading global investment management firm.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible work, and generous leave for community volunteering.
  • Other info: Inclusive culture with opportunities for professional growth and community engagement.
  • Why this job: Make an impact in a dynamic environment with cutting-edge technology.
  • Qualifications: 3+ years in Java or Python, strong Linux skills, and database knowledge.

The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 £ per year.

About Man Group

Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, our single and multi-manager investment strategies are underpinned by deep research and span public and private markets, across all major asset classes, with a significant focus on alternatives.

Join our Market Data Platform team at the heart of a quantitative investment firm, powering the infrastructure which drives our systematic trading strategies and cutting-edge discretionary research.

As a Senior Java Developer, you’ll help architect a multi-petabyte scale estate, processing billions of datapoints daily from thousands of data sources. Our stack combines Java and Python, with foundations of Kafka, ArcticDB, MongoDB, and more.

  • Strong academic record and a degree with high mathematical and computing content e.g. Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or Physics
  • ~3+ years of professional experience in software engineering with Java or Python as your primary language
  • Proficient on Linux platforms and strong understanding of Git
  • Deep knowledge of one or more relevant database technologies such as Iceberg, Postgres, or MongoDB
  • Experience with performance optimization and large-scale data processing
  • Contributions to open-source projects
  • Experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs)

Your unique perspective will contribute to our success, joining a workplace where inclusion is fundamental and deeply embedded in our culture and values. Through our external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes, you'll find opportunities to grow, develop your talents, and help foster an inclusive environment for all across our firm and industry.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private medical coverage, discounted gym membership options and pet insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Man Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and all employees without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, age or any other legally protected category or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Man Group is a Disability Confident Committed employer; if you require help or information on reasonable adjustments as you apply for roles with us, please contact.

Senior Java Developer - (Data) employer: Man Group plc

Man Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises innovation and collaboration, making it an ideal workplace for Software Engineers looking to make a significant impact in the financial sector. With a strong commitment to inclusion and professional development, employees benefit from a supportive culture that encourages growth, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package, including unique initiatives like 'Mankind' days for community volunteering. Located in London, you'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology alongside talented professionals in a dynamic environment focused on delivering excellence.

Man Group plc

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Man Group plc Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Java Developer - (Data)

Java
Python
Linux
Git
Kafka
ArcticDB
MongoDB