Low-latency Software Engineer
Role Description & Technical Scope
In this role you will help design and implement trading algorithms and a new low-latency platform for a London-based prop trading firm. You will collaborate with the Head of Trading and quantitative teams to translate requirements into Java-based solutions, across FX, equities and commodities. You’ll work on exchange connectivity, maintain strategies, and build utilities that support trading activity. This is a fast-paced, cross-asset environment that values practical, performance-oriented software engineering.
Pay / Benefits- Salary up to 150,000+
- Bonus
- Benefits package
- Collaborate with Head of Trading and Quant Team to design and develop Java-based trading algorithms
- Develop a new greenfield low-latency trading platform
- Build connectivity to financial exchanges
- Improve and maintain existing trading strategies
- Develop utility applications and Excel-based trading tools
- Engage with traders to gather requirements and resolve issues
- Commercial Java development experience
- Core Java and SQL
- Good understanding of general programming concepts
- C++ acceptable as alternative, but Java core required
- Collaborative mindset
- Diligent problem solver
- Strong communication with cross-functional teams
- Core Java
- SQL
- Low-latency / performance-focused development
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Key Details
- Date Posted: 08 Oct 2026
- Location: london
- Employment: Permanent
- Workplace: Hybrid
- Domain: General
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