Java Developer
Working in FX/Commodities Trading Platforms
Electronic Trading
Position Title: Software Developer
Line of Business: Commodities
Est. Start Date: ASAP
End Date: 12/04/2026
Possibility of Extension: Y
Possibility of conversion to FTE: Y
Working hours: 9:00 – 5:00
Working Location: New York 3 Times Square, New York, NY 10036, US
[Hybrid schedule, min 2 days a week in office subject to change]
Role Mandate: The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Java, a passion for low-latency systems, and a deep understanding of financial markets.
Role Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):
Devise and implement efficient algorithms and data structures tailored to low-latency environments.
Create comprehensive test cases to ensure software stability and reliability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to research, design, and implement system enhancements.
Communicate effectively with operations teams regarding new features and strategy behaviors.
Investigate and resolve production issues, performing root-cause analysis independently.
Translate business requirements into technical solutions with minimal guidance.
Must-Have Skills:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Equivalent practical experience.
7+ years of professional Java development experience.
Experience building/working in FX/Commodities trading platforms
Strong multi-threaded programming and performance optimization skills.
Proven experience in developing low-latency trading systems.
Solid understanding of financial markets and electronic trading workflows.
Familiarity with the FIX protocol and market data integration.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Strong team collaboration and mentoring capabilities.
Nice to Have Skills:
Experience with profiling tools and latency measurement frameworks.
Knowledge of containerization and cloud-native architectures.
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