Principal Software Engineer - OpsTech (Java) in London

Principal Software Engineer - OpsTech (Java) in London

London Full-Time No working from home possible
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Join a leading multi-strategy investment management firm where technology plays a critical role in supporting investment, trading, risk and operational functions.

The firm operates across multiple investment strategies and relies on sophisticated technology platforms to support decision-making, risk management and operational excellence. The technology environment is collaborative, fast-paced and focused on delivering scalable solutions that support business growth and operational excellence.

Position Overview

About the Opportunity

Join a leading multi-strategy investment management firm where technology plays a critical role in supporting investment, trading, risk and operational functions.

The firm operates across multiple investment strategies and relies on sophisticated technology platforms to support decision-making, risk management and operational excellence. The technology environment is collaborative, fast-paced and focused on delivering scalable solutions that support business growth and operational excellence.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated professional to join the Operations Technology team to build and support the firm's Profit & Loss (PnL) platform and Price Master systems.

This role will help maintain data integrity, implement system improvements and support stakeholders across trading, risk, finance and operations. The successful candidate will bring strong Java engineering experience, experience working with financial systems, excellent analytical skills and a desire to contribute within a dynamic investment management environment.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the development of Profit & Loss (PnL) and Price Master platforms, ensuring data accuracy, reliability and ongoing system enhancement.
  • Design, develop and maintain scalable Java applications supporting business-critical operational workflows.
  • Identify and implement system improvements, automation opportunities and integrations with upstream and downstream systems.
  • Collaborate closely with trading, risk, finance and operations teams to support accurate capture of positions, valuations and pricing data.
  • Perform analysis and provide insights from PnL and pricing data to support reporting and business decision-making.
  • Support audit, regulatory and internal control functions through documentation, governance and process controls.
  • Work alongside vendors and internal technology teams to coordinate system upgrades, integrations and user support.
  • Investigate and resolve production issues, assist with testing and deployment activities, and contribute new functionality to existing platforms.
  • Participate in technology projects and support delivery against agreed timelines.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance or a related discipline.
  • 5+ years of experience within financial services, ideally in an investment management, hedge fund or trading environment.
  • Strong commercial Java development experience, including designing, building and supporting enterprise-grade applications.
  • Experience working with Profit & Loss (PnL) platforms and/or Price Master systems.
  • Strong understanding of SQL, database technologies and systems integration.
  • Experience building distributed systems, APIs and data processing applications.
  • Understanding of middle-office and back-office workflows, including trade capture, settlement, reconciliation and risk management processes.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

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Principal Software Engineer - OpsTech (Java) in London employer: Selby Jennings

Join a leading global platform that offers an exceptional opportunity for growth and development in the real estate M&A sector. With a collaborative and entrepreneurial team culture, you will be exposed to landmark European transactions while enjoying competitive compensation and clear progression pathways. This role not only allows you to enhance your financial modelling and analytical skills but also provides the chance to mentor junior team members, making it a truly rewarding environment for ambitious professionals.

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Contact Details:

Selby Jennings Recruitment Team