Principle Java Engineer (Algorithmic Trading), Belfast
Client: TP ICAP
Location: Belfast, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 1012f3425b9a
Job Views: 84
Posted: 22.01.2025
Expiry Date: 08.03.2025
Job Description:
Role Overview
We are looking for an outstanding Java developer to be a part of an agile, highly professional team delivering client-facing trading algorithms and related technologies.
As a platform developer, this role plays a significant part in enhancing the stability and robustness of the Algorithm trading platform & Trading services. This includes feature delivery, customization, and maintenance of the existing Algorithmic Trading Platform (Inforech) and enhancing services that feed into the trading system. The role also contributes towards the development & maintenance of tools and frameworks that facilitate load & automated testing of the trading system and execution algorithms. The role demands working in close partnership with Algo Developers, Product, Infrastructure, and Support teams to deliver effective trading solutions.
Role Responsibilities
1. Develop high-quality software components for the Global Trading platform.
2. Actively contribute to all areas of the software development lifecycle including design, development, integration, automated testing, optimization, and maintenance.
3. Engage vendors in building custom features and adapters for the trading platform to facilitate onboarding of new algo flow, custom analytics, risk management, etc.
4. Heavily contribute to the design and development of test automation frameworks and enhance the capabilities of the load testbed.
5. Contribute to all areas of team performance including daily scrums and after-action reviews.
6. Serve as third-tier support for production issues and related support needs.
Experience / Competencies
1. BS/BA degree or higher in Computer Science and/or Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent experience.
2. Strong experience in the development of Equity products in a global financial services company using Java.
3. Experience in designing, developing, and implementing trading system components and/or services for trading systems.
4. Experience with OMS/EMS such as InfoReach, Fidessa, FlexTrade, Portware, etc.
5. Knowledge of Equity market micro-structure, order handling, and electronic trading.
6. Strong multithreaded and network programming experience.
7. Experience with messaging products such as Solace.
8. Expert proficiency with computer technologies including Java, Linux, and OO Design with a focus on performance, re-usability, test automation, and flexibility for customizations.
9. Strategic thinking, analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
10. Ability to work as part of a team, communicate effectively at all organizational levels with written and verbal communication skills.
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