26 to 50 of 239 Low Latency Jobs in the UK

Director of eSoftware Engineering - C++, Equities Trading Technologies

Hiring Organisation
Jobleads-UK
Location
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
decision-maker for your teams, and champion a culture of innovation and effective Job Responsibilities Oversee the design, development, and performance tuning of ultra-low-latency C++ trading systems supporting equity derivatives market making (options/warrants) Set the technology roadmap for trading systems expansion and lead strategic … overall, as well as focused on trading systems Expert‐level command of C++ (C++17/20) with a strong track record of delivering ultra‐lowlatency systems Demonstrated success in building and scaling engineering teams, including recruiting, mentoring, and developing senior‐level talent Proven expertise in architecting, building ...

Principal Java Engineer

Hiring Organisation
RE Partners
Location
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom
Shit.” Principal Java Developer We are seeking an experienced and opinionated Principal Java Engineer to join our high-performing engineering team, working on low latency, high-throughput systems in the payments processing domain. This hybrid role is based in the UK and offers the opportunity to build scalable … SpringBoot expertise, and thrive in a collaborative yet opinionated engineering culture, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and optimize low-latency, high-throughput backend systems using Java. Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices that power secure payment workflows. Work with messaging standards ...

Principal Java Engineer

Hiring Organisation
RE Partners
Location
London Area, United Kingdom
their goals. Principal Java Engineer We are seeking an experienced and opinionated Principal Java Engineer to join our high-performing engineering team, working on low latency, high-throughput systems in the payments processing domain. This hybrid role is based in the UK or US and offers the opportunity … SpringBoot expertise, and thrive in a collaborative yet opinionated engineering culture, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and optimize low-latency, high-throughput backend systems using Java. Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices that power secure payment workflows. Work with messaging standards ...

Software Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Understanding Recruitment
Location
London Area, United Kingdom
C++ Developer | Low-Latency Trading Systems | London We're supporting a leading trading firm to hire a C++ Developer to join its engineering team in London. The business develops proprietary technology that underpins trading activity across global markets. You will work on systems supporting pricing, execution and critical … trading infrastructure, where engineering decisions have a direct impact on performance. What you'll be doing Design and build components within a global low-latency trading platform using C++ Develop systems for real-time market data processing, order routing and exchange connectivity Scale distributed infrastructure supporting trading activity ...

React.js UI Developer - Low Latency

Hiring Organisation
HCLTech
Location
City of London, London, United Kingdom
information on how we process your personal data, please refer to HCLTech’ s Candidate Data Privacy Notice. Job Description: UI Developer (React, TypeScript and Low-Latency) Role Overview- We are seeking a highly skilled UI Developer with strong expertise in building time-critical, high-availability, and high-performance … frameworks like Playwright or Cypress Desired Experience Experience working on financial services or trading platforms is an advantage Strong understanding of performance optimization and low-latency UI applications Experience with highly available, mission-critical systems. ...

Senior Backend Engineer (PHP)

Hiring Organisation
Lorien
Location
United Kingdom
Highly competitive (top-tier talent focus ) Custom framework s”“Core PHP (no heavy framework reliance )”“Build and maintain internal librarie s”“High-performance/low-latency system s”“Scalability and concurren cyBackend infrastructu reDistributed syste msHigh concurren cyAsync processing (ReactPHP, Swoole, Framework X)System desi gn This … standard PHP/Larav el roleYou will be working on custom-built frameworks, libraries, and infrastructure, designed for performance, scalability, and low l atency._________________________________ _______What Yo u’ll Do• Architect and build backend systems using c ore PHP• Develop and maintain custom frameworks, libraries, and core classes• Design scalable ...

Senior C++ Developer (Hybrid, UK-Based)

Hiring Organisation
Hoptroff
Location
London, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£80000 - £100000/annum
lead the design, development, and optimisation of C++ software within our Linux-based timing systems. Day to day, you will: Design, build, and optimise low-latency, high-precision C++ at the heart of our timing products - code where performance, determinism, and jitter really matter Make architectural decisions … idioms and confident with C++20/23 features such as concepts, ranges, coroutines, and constant expressions (constexpr/consteval) A track record of delivering low-latency, performance-sensitive systems on Linux - production code where determinism, throughput, and tail latency matter Strong computer science fundamentals: data structures, algorithms ...

Senior C# Developer (Contract) - Front Office Engineering | Hedge Fund

Hiring Organisation
Undisclosed
Location
London Area, United Kingdom
supporting all aspects of market data processing and trading activity. The environment is fast‐paced, collaborative, and highly technical, where code quality, performance, and lowlatency systems are top priorities. Engineers work across domains, contribute to architectural discussions, and help shape scalable, robust systems. We have partnered with … working in front‐office or trading‐technology environments, or on business‐critical systems Pragmatic, delivery‐focused mindset Commitment to high‐quality engineering practices and lowlatency, high‐performance systems Low‐ego, high‐performing self‐starter who values ownership, teamwork, and delivering commercial, pragmatic solutions As a long ...

Senior C# Developer - Head of Core Platform | Hedge Fund | London

Hiring Organisation
Undisclosed
Location
City of London, London, United Kingdom
supporting all aspects of market data processing and trading activity. The environment is fast‐paced, collaborative, and highly technical, where code quality, performance, and lowlatency systems are top priorities. Engineers work across domains, contribute to architectural discussions, and help shape scalable, robust systems. We have partnered with … critical systems Ability to lead by doing—hands‐on while guiding a team Pragmatic, delivery‐focused mindset Commitment to high‐quality engineering practices and lowlatency, high‐performance systems Low‐ego, high‐performing self‐starter who values ownership, teamwork, and delivering commercial, pragmatic solutions Why Apply This ...

Senior Software Engineer - C++, Python - Financial/Banking

Hiring Organisation
N.P.A
Location
London, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
GBP 100,000 - 140,000 Annual
ideally coming from a Financial/Banking background with knowledge of Equities, Futures & Options and Fixed Income and Exchange Connectivity, Fix Protocol with some Low Latency experience. SKILLS DEPENDENT: There may be the opportunity to take on a Principal Engineers role depending on previous experience. Job Overview … will work with the Product, Infrastructure and QA teams, to produce high performance, low latency and highly reliable code. Your goal will be to develop software which handle large amount of TPS to drive a highly efficient technology used by several markets around the world. To be successful ...

Rust Developer - Electronic Trading Platform

Hiring Organisation
James Joseph Associates Limited
Location
City of London, London, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent, Work From Home
candidate will work on sophisticated electronic trading systems, helping to build and improve platforms that operate in highly volatile, 24/7 markets where latency, reliability and quality of execution are critical. THE ROLE: This is a hands-on Rust Development role in a small team with a democratic … volatility models, execution algorithms, research tooling and infrastructure. This is a highly technical role in a fast-moving environment where engineering quality, performance and latency have a direct impact on trading outcomes This role is based in London on a hybrid working pattern. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Design & continuously improve low ...

Rust Developer - Electronic Trading Platform

Hiring Organisation
James Joseph Associates
Location
EC2N, Broad Street, Greater London, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£100000 - £170000/annum 40-80% Bonus + Pension + Benefits
candidate will work on sophisticated electronic trading systems, helping to build and improve platforms that operate in highly volatile, 24/7 markets where latency, reliability and quality of execution are critical. THE ROLE: This is a hands-on Rust Development role in a small team with a democratic … volatility models, execution algorithms, research tooling and infrastructure. This is a highly technical role in a fast-moving environment where engineering quality, performance and latency have a direct impact on trading outcomes This role is based in London on a hybrid working pattern. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Design & continuously improve low ...

Senior Quant C++ Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Harrington Starr
Location
United Kingdom
with a trading technology firm hiring for a Quant Developer to sit directly alongside traders and quant researchers, focused on developing and optimising ultra-low-latency trading strategies within a high-performance C++ environment. The role is heavily engineering-focused and would suit someone who enjoys working close … trading stack, owning and improving tick-to-trade performance, and writing production-grade modern C++ in latency-sensitive systems. Key areas: Designing and optimising low-latency trading strategies Translating research models into production systems Profiling and performance optimisation across critical paths Multithreading, concurrency and lock-free programming ...

Back End Developer

Hiring Organisation
Allegis Global Solutions
Location
London Area, United Kingdom
used for pricing, execution, and trade processin g.You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across locations and play a key role in delivering scalable, low-latency solutions in a fast-moving environment. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and deliver high-quality backend solutions from concept to production. Build … with SQL and distributed data stores (Cassandra, Hazelcast). Knowledge of messaging systems su ch as Kafka or Solace. Additional Skills Experience bu ilding low-latency, high-throughput systems. Strong understanding of software design patterns and system design. Exposure to full-stack development (React, TypeScript) is a plus. ...

Embedded Software Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Experis UK
Location
Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
Embedded/Low-Level Software Engineer – Defence & Security Newcastle SC Cleared/Eligible The Opportunity Work at the cutting edge of low-level and embedded systems, developing high-performance, secure software for mission-critical Defence & Security applications. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy working close … hardware in real-time and resource-constrained environments. What You’ll Do Develop and optimise software in low-level languages (C, C++, Rust) Build systems for embedded, real-time, and constrained environments Interface with hardware using protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART, and CAN bus Design and deliver high ...

Senior Software Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Understanding Recruitment
Location
United Kingdom
working on the core framework and performance-critical components that underpin the trading engine. Your responsibilities will include: Designing and building low-level systems that support high-frequency transaction processing Developing robust, reusable components used across the trading platform Engineering for low latency, high throughput, and system … functional teams to deliver scalable technical solutions 🧠 What They’re Looking For Strong experience building production systems in C++ Background working on high-performance, low-latency, or high-throughput systems Solid understanding of multithreading, concurrency, and memory management Experience working in Linux-based environments Familiarity with distributed systems ...

C++ Software Engineer - Relocation to Amsterdam

Hiring Organisation
Elevate Partners
Location
City of London, London, United Kingdom
systems driving millions of trading decisions daily across global markets. The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative engineering environment focused on building ultra-low latency, high-performance systems that directly impact trading performance. The engineering team develops software operating within the latency-critical layer … data handling, trading algorithms, execution systems, and advanced hardware integrations. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain high-performance C++ applications within a low-latency trading environment Build scalable and reliable software solutions for trading, execution, and hardware development teams Work closely with traders, quantitative researchers ...

C++ Low-Latency Developer - Leading HFT Firm | London

Hiring Organisation
Selby Jennings
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
markets, where performance is measured in nanoseconds and innovation drives competitive advantage. You'll be part of a team that designs and builds ultra-low latency trading systems deployed across global exchanges. Your work will directly impact trading performance, and you'll be empowered to push the boundaries … what's possible in software and hardware optimisation. Key Responsibilities Architect and implement high-performance C++ systems with extreme latency sensitivity. Optimise every layer of the stack - from CPU cache and memory allocation to kernel bypass and network I/O. Collaborate with traders, quants, and infrastructure engineers ...

Fullstack Developer (React / Java) - Banking

Hiring Organisation
LMA Recruitment
Location
London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Contractor
Contract Rate
Salary negotiable
looking to hire a lead developer with over 10 years experience delivering enterprise level front office e-trading applications. A proven track record delivering low latency, performance, highly intuitive software for front office trading and investment banking. Must have strong understanding of E2E trading lifecycle within Investment banking … products. Skills* Understands trading Lifecyle * Greenfield project - building out brand new etrading application* Strong understanding of E2E trading lifecycle in FO* Worked on low latency software for traders and sales people* Mix of risk platforms as well as sales platforms etc* Languages - JavaScript/typescript * React essential + ...

FX eTrading Java Developer — Low-Latency Trading Tech Lead

Hiring Organisation
Jobleads-UK
Location
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
working with trading and quant teams, contributing to system design, and enhancing solution quality. Candidates should have a strong understanding of FX and ultra low-latency development. The position offers a hybrid working model with 27 days of annual leave, performance-related bonuses, private medical care, and more ...

Senior C++ Developer

Hiring Organisation
Harrington Starr
Location
London Area, United Kingdom
lead on technical projects. What You’ll Be Doing Develop and maintain core trading systems used across multiple asset classes Build high-performance, low-latency software in a production trading environment Work closely with quantitative researchers to support research and execution tooling Design scalable and resilient systems … within the team What They’re Looking For Strong software engineering background in C++ or performance-focused systems development (6+ years experience) Experience building low-latency or high-throughput backend systems Informal or formal leadership experience. Strong Linux systems knowledge Understanding of networking and server architecture Experience profiling ...

Java Quantitative Developer

Hiring Organisation
Jobleads-UK
Location
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Java Quantitative Developer London – Hybrid Java, Low Latency, Algo Trading, Pricing, Hedging, FX/Crypto, DeFi, AWS The company This is an unmissable opportunity for an experienced Java Quantitative Developer to join the crypto trading desk of one of the leading institutional digital asset firms in the market. … Java in a front office environment. Proven experience developing and implementing quantitative models and trading algorithms. Hands‐on experience with high‐frequency/lowlatency trading systems. Experience working on an FX or Cryptocurrency trading desk. Experience writing pricing and hedging logic for market making strategies. Knowledge ...

Senior Product Manager

Hiring Organisation
Jobleads-UK
Location
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
ITRS Analytics (IAX) product line, a monitoring and observability platform used by 90% of Tier 1 capital markets firms tp ensure resilience of low-latency trading, core banking, payments, and market data infrastructure. This is a senior, internally and externally-facing role that can bridge the gap between … intensive, infrastructure-class products into regulated industries. Deep domain expertise in financial services technology — ideally across two or more of: capital markets front office (low-latency trading, OMS, EMS, FIX), market data infrastructure (feed handlers, ticker plants, Solarflare/kernel-bypass NICs, Corvil-style latency capture), post ...

Senior/Lead Market Data Support Specialist

Hiring Organisation
IT Search & Select
Location
London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Full-Time
Salary
£80,000 - £105,000 per annum
supporting our enterprise market data platform across multiple Tier-1 banking clients. This is a hands-on, high-visibility role where you’ll troubleshoot low-latency data issues, optimise distribution flows, and work closely with traders, quants, and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless delivery of real-time … real-world usage. What You’ll Work On • Supporting and optimising real-time market data distribution (e.g., feed handlers, ticker plants, messaging layers) • Troubleshooting latency, connectivity, entitlement, and data quality issues • Working directly with front-office users, market data teams, and infrastructure engineering • Leading incident response and managing high ...

Senior Sales

Hiring Organisation
Harrington Starr
Location
London Area, United Kingdom
technology platform used by Tier-1 financial institutions to monitor, analyse and optimise mission-critical trading and infrastructure environments. The software sits deep within low-latency, high-throughput financial systems where uptime, performance and operational intelligence are business-critical. Following sustained global growth, new product launches and strategic … exceeding targets Experience from the following areas is particularly relevant: Observability platforms Infrastructure monitoring APM/telemetry platforms Data infrastructure Market data infrastructure Low-latency or trading technology platforms Culture & Environment High-performance but low-ego environment Salespeople trusted to run complex deals autonomously Strong pre-sales ...