Senior Developer - Front Office

Nomura Holdings, inc.•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Equity Digital Office is seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join our front office trading team. Working alongside traders, quantitative analysts, and technologists, you will build and optimize mission-critical electronic trading infrastructure that implements proprietary algorithmic strategies and integrates with external trading systems and execution venues.

Requirements

3-7 years developing trading systems, electronic trading platforms, or financial technology applications in front-office trading environments
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related technical field; strong academic record
Expert-level Java programming skills with deep knowledge of modern Java versions (Java 17+ preferred)
Deep understanding of multithreading, concurrent programming, and thread safety
Strong knowledge of asynchronous/event-driven programming and performance optimization
Solid grasp of object-oriented design, design patterns, data structures, and software architecture
Experience with system architecture, messaging patterns, and distributed systems
Working knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases for market data and order/execution systems
Strong Linux/Unix proficiency
Experience integrating with external APIs, third-party trading systems, and market connectivity platforms
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, exceptional attention to detail, effective communication, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative trading environment
Strong sense of ethics in handling sensitive trading systems and data

Nice To Haves

Experience with FIX protocol and electronic trading connectivity standards
Proficiency in Python, C++, or C#; experience with kdb/q or time-series databases
Knowledge of cloud platforms, messaging middleware, and DevOps practices
Understanding of equity market microstructure, trading workflows, and regulatory requirements (MiFID II, Reg NMS)
Familiarity with statistical analysis and machine learning techniques applied to trading
Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and strong technical documentation skills

Responsibilities

Build and maintain high-performance, low-latency Java applications for our systematic trading platform, including order management, execution algorithms, risk management, and pricing systems
Own the full software development lifecycle from requirements gathering and technical design through implementation, testing, deployment, and production support
Implement complex multithreading, asynchronous/event-driven patterns, and performance optimization techniques to achieve low-latency, high-throughput trading operations
Build and maintain integrations with external trading systems, exchanges, and execution venues using FIX protocols, messaging middleware, and market data feeds in Linux environments
Work directly with Traders, Quants, and Risk Managers to translate trading requirements into robust, scalable technical solutions and support implementation of custom signals and trading strategies
Ensure high standards through comprehensive testing, code reviews, and adherence to software engineering best practices