Software Engineer - Java
Overview
We are looking for an experienced Java Developer to support our Systematic Portfolio Managers. You will work on a strategic platform that handles order execution, positions/holdings, and related trading workflows. The environment is high-performance, latency-sensitive Java, focused on predictable low latency, high throughput, and scalability (not ultra–low-latency HFT).
Key Responsibilities
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Design, develop, and maintain server-side Java services for trading and post-trade workflows.
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Build and enhance distributed, scalable components for orders, executions, positions, and holdings.
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Apply strong engineering practices around concurrency, performance, reliability, and failure handling.
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Work closely with PMs, traders, and engineers to turn requirements into robust, testable solutions.
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Participate in code reviews, design/architecture discussions, and engineering standards.
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Use modern CI/CD and automated testing practices for safe, repeatable deployments.
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Improve operability and observability (metrics, logging, tracing, alerting).
Required Skills:
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BA/BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
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Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and problem-solving.
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5+ years of server-side Java with solid concurrency experience.
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Experience building high-performance, distributed, scalable systems in production.
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Strong automated testing experience in Java (e.g., JUnit) and testable system design.
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Experience with modern CI/CD (automated builds/tests, quality gates, deployment automation).
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Knowledge/experience with Kafka, Spring Boot, JUnit, Redis.
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Working knowledge of Unix/Linux.
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Financial industry experience (buy-side or sell-side) in trading/execution/order workflows.
Strongly desired:
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Buy-side experience (hedge fund, asset manager, prop, systematic platform teams).
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Experience with OMS and execution pipelines (order lifecycle, routing, fills, allocations, bookings).
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Experience writing high-performance, GC-aware Java for predictable latency.
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Some C/C++ experience focused on performance and memory control.
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Experience with performance profiling tools (Java Flight Recorder/JMC, async-profiler, YourKit).
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Python or shell scripting for tooling and automation.
What We Look for in Culture
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Self-starter with strong ownership and follow-through.
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Clear, open communication and strong collaboration; prioritizes team success.
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Demonstrated desire to learn and improve, raising the bar on performance, reliability, and engineering quality.
