Senior Software Engineer, Connectivity

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Senior Software Engineer, Connectivity, London

Client: Selby Jennings

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: d801c3b0fb33

Job Views: 8

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Software Engineer, Connectivity

Digital Assets Prime Brokerage (Fintech)

Office in London, UK (Remote flexible)

A global fintech is seeking a talented and experienced Connectivity Software Engineer to join their team and play a crucial role in integrating new digital asset and traditional exchanges into their trading platform.

The successful candidate will have an understanding of cryptocurrency exchange APIs and FIX protocol.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the integration of new exchanges into our trading platform, ensuring seamless connectivity and functionality.
• Collaborate with exchange partners and third-party vendors to implement and maintain API connections.
• Develop custom solutions and tools to automate exchange integration processes and streamline trading operations.
• Test and validate exchange integrations, including order execution, order book management, and trade settlement, to ensure reliability and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor exchange API performance and reliability, identify and troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to optimise trading efficiency.
• Work closely with internal teams, including software developers, product managers, and compliance officers, to prioritise and deliver integration projects on time and within budget.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 7+ years of finance experience
• Bachelor\’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or related field.
• Proven experience working with exchange APIs and protocols, with a strong understanding of order execution, market data, and trade lifecycle management.
• Hands-on experience integrating digital asset exchanges into trading platforms, including API authentication, data normalisation, and error handling.
• Previous experience working in the cryptocurrency or fintech industry is required.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

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