Tech Lead - FX Options - Investment Banking

Our client, a leading Bank is looking to hire a Java Developer for a project within its FX Options e-Trading business. This role entails spearheading a re-platforming of their existing system that has witnessed substantial investment, offering ample opportunities for career advancement.

Responsibilities:

• Drive the development of a replatform within the FX Options e-Trading business.
• Be an SME in the FX Options space
• Heavy collaboration with business users and BA's to deliver requirements and design innovative solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in software development, including TDD, Unit, Integration, and regression Testing.

Requirements:

• Excellent core Java experience
• Extensive expertise in FX Options or other derivatives products such as Swaps, OTC, or Equity Derivatives, demonstrating deep subject matter expertise.
• Solid understanding of multi-threading, concurrency, and garbage collection.
• Strong SQL skills, including experience with stored procedures and triggers.
• Experience in developing high throughput, latency-sensitive systems.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering large-scale development projects within the investment banking domain.
• Specific experience in FX trading is highly desirable, although candidates with a background in electronic trading will be considered.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to lead the development of a significant project within the FX Options e-Trading business, leveraging your expertise in Java development and FX options to drive innovation and success.