Mid-Level Software Engineer (Java) Exciting new FDI
About the Company:
Our client is a global leader in digital asset innovation, building technology that bridges traditional finance and the emerging crypto economy. Their mission is to create trusted, high-performance systems that enable institutions to seamlessly integrate digital assets into their portfolios and operations.
As part of their continued global expansion, they are establishing a new engineering hub in Belfast focused on building the next generation of trading and connectivity technology.
The Role:
You'll join a brand-new engineering pod in Belfast tasked with building a real-time exchange connection layer to synchronize data between multiple cryptocurrency exchanges. This will form the backbone for a new trading platform launching next year.
Working in close collaboration with the global engineering team, you'll be involved in the design, development, and optimization of low-latency systems that handle large data flows in real time. As the Belfast hub grows, this pod will later be supported by QA, DevOps, and Support Engineers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain real-time systems connecting multiple crypto exchanges.
- Work with event-driven architectures to synchronize large volumes of data efficiently.
- Optimize JVM performance and contribute to high-availability, low-latency system design.
- Collaborate closely with other developers and stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable solutions.
- Participate in agile development cycles, contributing to continuous improvement and technical excellence.
Essential Criteria:
- 2+ years of software engineering experience (strong Java preferred; other languages considered if willing to pick up Java quickly).
- Strong understanding of object-oriented design and distributed system principles.
- Experience with AWS and event-driven architectures.
- Exposure to financial systems or trading environments preferred.
- Familiarity with messaging or streaming systems (e.g., Kafka).
- Strong problem-solving mindset with an interest in performance optimization.
- Crypto knowledge or enthusiasm for the space is a distinct advantage.
Why Join:
- Join an early-stage engineering pod in Belfast shaping key architecture from day one.
- Work on cutting-edge digital asset and trading technology used by institutions worldwide.
- High degree of autonomy and ownership within a collaborative, supportive environment.
- Opportunity for long-term career progression as the Belfast hub expands.
- Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package.
Mid Level Java Developer employer: Ocho People
Ocho People is an excellent employer that fosters a dynamic and supportive work culture in Belfast, perfect for those looking to advance their careers in finance. With a commitment to employee growth, we offer study support alongside competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring our team members thrive both professionally and personally in a fast-paced environment.
