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Technical Lead eFX Java

Reed
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for a day
Location

London, Greater London EC2V7NQ, England

Salary

£90,000 - £108,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The Technical Team Lead - eFX Team position at a Global Investment Bank is a 12-month contract focused on developing low latency services in Java for the eFX business line.
  • Candidates must have extensive experience in Java programming, particularly in multithreading and low latency techniques, along with knowledge of real-time applications and message bus technology.
  • The role requires hands-on development and team leadership, reporting directly to the Head of eFX IT, and involves collaboration with stakeholders to enhance pricing and trading systems.
  • The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a proactive approach to technical challenges, with a preference for experience in FX business systems.
  • The position offers a competitive salary and requires significant experience in the field, though the specific salary range is not disclosed.
Technical Team Lead - eFX Team

Our prestigious Global Investment Bank client has a fantastic initial 12-month contract for a Technical Team Lead to join its  eFX technology team that are responsible for a suite of applications and services that are crucial to the eFX business line. You will be focusing on developing low latency services in Java, including market data, pricing, and price distribution. This high-profile position reports directly to the Head of eFX IT and involves hands-on development work as well as team leadership responsibilities.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Experience: Extensive experience in programming with Java, including multithreading, low latency, and garbage collection-aware techniques. Experience in designing and building real-time mission-critical applications and message bus technology is highly desirable.
  • Skills:
    • Deep knowledge of Java and performance monitoring.
    • Familiarity with C#, Linux and networking technologies such as 10GbE and multicast.
    • Knowledge of FIX interfaces and FIX packages.
    • Experience with front office systems within the FX business or quantitative finance.
    • UNIX OS knowledge and an understanding of software delivery processes and methodologies.Day-to-day of the role:
    • Lead the SharpFX team in developing pricing, hedging, and low latency order and price distribution systems for the eFX desk.
    • Work closely with stakeholders from the Front Office and IT to take requirements and develop solutions that support pricing/trading algorithms and ultimately P&L.
    • Guide the team’s technical direction and assignments, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
    • Perform analysis in a high-frequency, low-latency environment to optimize system performance.
    • Provide technical assistance and third-line support to internal Production Support teams.
    • Participate in software releases, which may include out-of-hours or weekend work.
    • Engage in sprint planning, estimation, and provide regular status updates to project managers.
Soft Skills:
  • Clear communication and systematic reasoning.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail.
  • Proactive in identifying and solving technical challenges.
  • Capable of picking up new technologies and contributing innovative ideas to the team.

This role is critical for enhancing our electronic footprint in the FX market through innovative low latency services. The Technical Team Lead will play a key role in the success of the SharpFX team, driving both technical excellence and strategic alignment with business goals.

To apply for this position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.