Lead Java Developer, FX Engineering

LSEG•New York, NY

38d•$147,500 - $245,900

About The Position

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is looking to hire a highly skilled hands-on Java engineer to help design, build, and operate large-scale trading platforms. The group is responsible for FX trading and related services. Low latency experience is needed. We value technical aptitude, innovative thinking, great learning, and teamwork ability.

Requirements

Strong Java programming skills and experience writing clean code.
Data structures and Algorithms.
Expertise in concurrency and performance optimization.
Deep understanding of system architecture and memory management.
Proficient in profiling tools.
Experience with specialized libraries and frameworks for low-latency applications.
Knowledge of network protocols (TCP, UDP, HTTP), network performance, and techniques for optimizing network communication.
Proven track record of delivering goals.
Knowledge & Experience of modern agile development methodologies.
Exposure to DevOps practices and automation of software testing, delivery, and infrastructure changes.
Self-motivated and self-directed, able to work effectively in a globally distributed team, managing multiple priorities while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Proven ability to investigate complex issues spanning multiple technologies and drive to completion.

Nice To Haves

Experienced in cloud technologies.
Experience with SQL and NoSQL.
Strong passion for technology, a willingness to learn new skills.
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Closely working with architects and other team members and groups to develop and build complex applications that meet the needs of FX engineering.
Design, development, and support of trading venue.
Ongoing support and development of cloud services including working with product development groups to build cloud-aware applications.
Develop automated processes to prevent, identify, and fix problems that impact service availability.
Identify and deliver improvements across a broad range of areas such as cost savings, security, ease of use, & reliability.