Software Developer - Niche

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Java, a passion for low-latency systems, and a deep understanding of financial markets. Communicate effectively with operations teams regarding new features and strategy behaviors.

Pay rate range - $105/hr. to $110/hr.
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.