At a Glance
- Tasks: Build cutting-edge stress testing functionality for a major market risk system.
- Company: Top hedge fund in London with a tech-driven culture.
- Benefits: Market-leading contract rates, work-life balance, and remote work options.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real impact in a global firm.
- Qualifications: 3+ years Java experience and exposure to market risk or stress testing.
About The Role A top hedge fund in London is looking for the top Java contractors (also seeing exposure to OO python) in the city to build out brand new stress testing functionality to the major market risk system of the entire firm globally.
They’re replacing a legacy system with a next-generation platform utilizing bleeding-edge tech and a fundamental cloud-first mentality.
This is a multi-year programme of work allowing the successful candidate to see daily business interaction in a genuinely tech-driven environment amongst a group of incredibly high calibre engineers.
Required:3+ years Java development experience in an enterprise environment.
Market Risk and/or Stress Testing exposure in an enterprise environment.
Strong Computer Science, Engineering (or a related subject) background.
Able to work in a modern software engineering environment, using Agile and Dev Ops methodologies and tools including Scrum, git and CI/CD.
Benefits: Market-leading contract day rates.
Strong appreciation for work-life balance with a massive emphasis on culture-driven values.
Ability to work from home some of the time when required.
The opportunity to work for a global market-leading hedge fund with an incredibly passionate pool of developers.
Please email James. long@stanfordblack. com for more information.
Java Developer (Contract) employer: Stanford Black
As a Senior Java Engineer at one of London's leading FinTech firms, you'll be part of a dynamic and innovative team that prioritises engineering excellence and technical curiosity. The company offers a collaborative work culture with a strong focus on personal development, flexible working arrangements, and competitive compensation, making it an excellent employer for those seeking to grow their careers in a cutting-edge environment. With opportunities to work on greenfield projects and influence key architectural decisions, this role provides a unique chance to make a significant impact in the financial technology space.
