EFX Java Developer
Description
Summary
This is a high profile role working on the eFX Algo IT team. The team develops the pricing, hedging and low latency order and price distribution team systems for the eFX desk. The team consists of Java and C# developers, developing server-side and UI components respectively. This role is specifically a Java role, encompassing low latency market connectivity work and associated services around that.
It is a hands on development role. As a team member, you would also be expected to contribute towards estimation and the ability to work with functions such as Business Analysts, Project Managers and successfully engage with QA both to plan tests and also execute them is crucial. As a trading technology-focused role, an awareness of compliance issues and a willingness work within Credit Agricole's compliance culture is a base level requirement.
Knowledge of FIX is required, knowledge of FX or similar low latency trading systems is desired. A high technical development ability in Java is also required. Familiarity with at least one delivery technique such as Agile, SCRUM, Kanban and similar would be a strong advantage. The position will also require a production stability-focused ethos and the ability to work to that goal with multiple teams, including liaising with support teams on both the infrastructure and the operational side.
Key Responsibilities
• Work within the eFX Algo team by taking requirements and developing user analytics and solutions to aid pricing/trading algorithms and ultimately P&L.
• Prototype solutions in a fast, agile manner with numerous demands from both Front Office and IT teams.
• Be comfortable performing analysis in a high frequency low latency environment.
• Participate in the development of all aspects of product delivery including design documents, functional specifications, unit testing and component build.
• Provide technical assistance and 3rd line support to internal Production Support teams.
• Participate in sprint planning and estimation and provide regular status updates to project managers.
Skills
Job Title: EFX Java Developer
Location: London, UK
Rate/Salary: 650.00 - 800.00 GBP Daily
Job Type: Contract
Trading as TEKsystems. Allegis Group Limited, Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No. 2876353. Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. TEKsystems is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands. If you apply, your personal data will be processed as described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice available at
To access our Online Privacy Notice, which explains what information we may collect, use, share, and store about you, and describes your rights and choices about this, please go to
We are part of a global network of companies and as a result, the personal data you provide will be shared within Allegis Group and transferred and processed outside the UK, Switzerland and European Economic Area subject to the protections described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice. We store personal data in the UK, EEA, Switzerland and the USA. If you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please visit the "Contacting Us" section of our Online Privacy Notice at for details on how to contact us. To protect your privacy and security, we may take steps to verify your identity, such as a password and user ID if there is an account associated with your request, or identifying information such as your address or date of birth, before proceeding with your request. If you are resident in the UK, EEA or Switzerland, we will process any access request you make in accordance with our commitments under the UK Data Protection Act, EU-U.S. Privacy Shield or the Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield.
Summary
This is a high profile role working on the eFX Algo IT team. The team develops the pricing, hedging and low latency order and price distribution team systems for the eFX desk. The team consists of Java and C# developers, developing server-side and UI components respectively. This role is specifically a Java role, encompassing low latency market connectivity work and associated services around that.
It is a hands on development role. As a team member, you would also be expected to contribute towards estimation and the ability to work with functions such as Business Analysts, Project Managers and successfully engage with QA both to plan tests and also execute them is crucial. As a trading technology-focused role, an awareness of compliance issues and a willingness work within Credit Agricole's compliance culture is a base level requirement.
Knowledge of FIX is required, knowledge of FX or similar low latency trading systems is desired. A high technical development ability in Java is also required. Familiarity with at least one delivery technique such as Agile, SCRUM, Kanban and similar would be a strong advantage. The position will also require a production stability-focused ethos and the ability to work to that goal with multiple teams, including liaising with support teams on both the infrastructure and the operational side.
Key Responsibilities
• Work within the eFX Algo team by taking requirements and developing user analytics and solutions to aid pricing/trading algorithms and ultimately P&L.
• Prototype solutions in a fast, agile manner with numerous demands from both Front Office and IT teams.
• Be comfortable performing analysis in a high frequency low latency environment.
• Participate in the development of all aspects of product delivery including design documents, functional specifications, unit testing and component build.
• Provide technical assistance and 3rd line support to internal Production Support teams.
• Participate in sprint planning and estimation and provide regular status updates to project managers.
Skills
- FIX
- Java
- Low Latency
- Multithreading
- EFX
- Core Java
- Linux
- Solace networking
- Asset Classes
- LMax Disruptor
- Groner Rigbuffer
Job Title: EFX Java Developer
Location: London, UK
Rate/Salary: 650.00 - 800.00 GBP Daily
Job Type: Contract
Trading as TEKsystems. Allegis Group Limited, Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No. 2876353. Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. TEKsystems is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands. If you apply, your personal data will be processed as described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice available at
To access our Online Privacy Notice, which explains what information we may collect, use, share, and store about you, and describes your rights and choices about this, please go to
We are part of a global network of companies and as a result, the personal data you provide will be shared within Allegis Group and transferred and processed outside the UK, Switzerland and European Economic Area subject to the protections described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice. We store personal data in the UK, EEA, Switzerland and the USA. If you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please visit the "Contacting Us" section of our Online Privacy Notice at for details on how to contact us. To protect your privacy and security, we may take steps to verify your identity, such as a password and user ID if there is an account associated with your request, or identifying information such as your address or date of birth, before proceeding with your request. If you are resident in the UK, EEA or Switzerland, we will process any access request you make in accordance with our commitments under the UK Data Protection Act, EU-U.S. Privacy Shield or the Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield.