Low Latency Java Developer - Electronic Trading Technology (Banking Domain)

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and extend electronic trading systems for improved performance, scalability, and functionality.
• Collaborate with global technology teams and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Work across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and support.
• Independently manage project deliveries and ensure timely execution.
• Provide production support, troubleshooting, and performance tuning for critical trading applications.
• Engage with business owners and stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Design and implement distributed, low-latency trading applications.
• Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Strong hands-on experience in Java development with deep knowledge of the Spring Framework.
• Proven experience in designing and developing distributed electronic trading systems.
• Experience working on front-office trading systems and understanding of electronic trading, including: Market microstructure, Order flow and lifecycle, Matching rules, ECN interactions
• Strong expertise in multithreading, concurrency, and performance optimization.
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
• Experience with messaging middleware (e.g., JMS, Kafka, or similar technologies).
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, or XP, and continuous integration practices.
• Scripting experience in one or more languages (Shell, Python, Perl, Ruby).
• Business domain knowledge in 1 or more asset classes such as FX, Equity, Fixed Income or others.

Requirements

• Prior experience in the electronic trading domain within investment banks or financial institutions.
• Exposure to low-latency systems and high-frequency trading environments.
• Key Competencies:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to work independently and in globally distributed teams
• High attention to detail and quality

Additional Information

Executive Summary Smart IMS Inc provides Digital technology & Cloud transformation services, Application & Infrastructure Management Services, Unified Communications and Insurance implementation services to customers across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific regions. As the trusted technology and business partner of leading MNCs, including Global Investment Banks, Smart IMS is also a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, Oracle Platinum Partner and AWS MSP Partner. We are seeking a highly skilled Low Latency Java Developer to support our client, a leading global investment bank . The incumbent will join the Electronic Trading Technology team, focusing on trading systems. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in building high-performance, low-latency trading applications and a deep understanding of market microstructure and electronic trading platforms.

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