VP Java Developer - Algorithm

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Java Developer to join a team focused on building and enhancing algorithmic trading platforms across equities and derivatives. This is a senior-level position that involves close collaboration with front office traders, stakeholders, and senior IT leadership.

What You Will Do

Participate in code reviews, support new algorithm rollouts, and enhance existing ones, analyze requirements and proactively contribute to product discussions with stakeholders, back-test trading algorithms for reliability and performance, mentor junior developers and help shape architectural decisions.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Opportunity to work on high-impact trading platforms, exposure to front office and senior leadership, collaborative, technology-driven environment, competitive compensation at VP level.

Requirements

• Strong grasp of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns
• A degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or an equivalent field
• Excellent Java skills specifically for building trading applications
• Solid experience developing order and execution management systems
• Proven ability to build multithreaded server applications and tune performance on Linux & Java
• Good scripting abilities in Python, Bash, or similar languages
• Comfortable working in a Linux environment

Benefits

• Competitive compensation at VP level