Job Title : Algo Trading Developer – Equities
Location : UK-based (Hybrid or On-site)
Job Type : Full-Time
Client : Confidential (Top-tier Financial Institution)
Compensation : Competitive + Bonus + Benefits
Overview
We are working on behalf of a leading global financial services firm to hire an experienced Algo Trading Developer for their Global Trading Technology team. This team builds and supports cutting-edge trading algorithms and infrastructure powering both internal trading desks and institutional clients across global equity markets.
This is a hands-on role focused on designing, developing, and optimizing low-latency, high-performance trading algorithms and order handling systems. You will collaborate closely with quants, product teams, and front-office stakeholders in a high-impact, agile environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, and support high-availability, low-latency trading strategies and systems.
- Collaborate with quantitative analysts on implementing models, signals, and trading logic.
- Customize and adapt algorithms based on client requirements and market conditions.
- Develop infrastructure components including order management systems, rules engines, and routing logic.
- Conduct simulation, backtesting, and performance analysis.
- Follow best practices in software development including automated testing and monitoring.
Requirements
Essential :
BSc / MSc in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.Strong proficiency in Java , Linux , and object-oriented design principles.Experience developing electronic trading systems in Equities, Futures, or Derivatives.Deep understanding of market microstructure , trading workflows, and order routing.Ability to implement quantitative models and perform strategy simulations.Experience working with front-office trading teams.Desirable :
Background in building benchmark tracking, dark aggregation, or liquidity-seeking algos.Familiarity with low-latency messaging systems (e.g., Solace , 29West ).Experience with Agile development and event-driven programming (Pub / Sub models).Why Apply?
Join a high-performing global trading technology team at the forefront of market innovation.Work in a collaborative, front-office-aligned environment.Build mission-critical, revenue-generating trading systems.Competitive compensation and long-term career growth opportunities.