Full Stack Java Developer
Our client, a world-leading trading firm is currently seeking a Senior Full-Stack Developer specialising in Java with some Python and React, to join their Commodities Trading Desk in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a low-frequency trading team focused on building high-performance applications that help traders make informed decisions using vast and diverse data sources.
What You'll Do:
- Develop and maintain robust backend systems using Java (70% of your time).
- Contribute to the frontend using TypeScript and modern frameworks (30%).
- Occasionally work with Python for scripting and data manipulation.
- Build tools and applications that support trade decision-making, not execution.
- Collaborate with global team members across London, Chicago, and Texas.
- Work closely with traders to understand their workflows and deliver impactful solutions.
Required Qualifications:
- Strong experience in Java development.
- Willingness and ability to contribute to frontend development.
- Experience or interest in working with TypeScript and modern UI frameworks.
- A pragmatic, hands-on engineer who enjoys solving real-world problems.
- Someone who thrives as an individual contributor-this is not a lead role.
- Comfortable working on-site 5 days a week, with flexibility when needed.
This is a high-impact role where your work will directly support trading decisions. If you're passionate about building smart, data-driven applications and want to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.
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