IT & Digital

Java Developer - Low Latency Systems (FinTech)

  • Location:

    London

  • Sector:

    IT & Digital

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £90000 - £900000 per annum + + Benefits and Bonus, Hybrid

  • Contact email:

    hhorton@vertuspartners.com

  • Job ref:

    MD/JJ/HH/2609_1727357030

  • Startdate:

    ASAP

Mid/Senior Java Developer - Low Latency Systems (FinTech)

Location: London (Hybrid)

Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

Are you an experienced Java Developer with a passion for working on cutting-edge, low-latency systems? Join a dynamic and innovative fintech, delivering high-performance solutions in the world of financial markets. We're looking for a talented Mid/Senior Java Developer to contribute to our mission of building the fastest, most reliable systems in the industry.

What You'll Do:

  • Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, low-latency Java applications for mission-critical trading systems.
  • Work on optimising throughput and minimizing latency to meet the demands of real-time financial markets.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions that handle large volumes of data with minimal delay.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve performance bottlenecks and implement solutions that enhance system reliability.
  • Participate in full SDLC, from technical design through to testing, deployment, and monitoring.

What You'll Bring:

  • 5+ years of professional Java development experience, with a focus on performance and low-latency applications.
  • Strong knowledge of multithreading, concurrency, and memory management in Java.
  • Experience with low-level performance tuning and optimization in highly transactional systems.
  • Familiarity with network programming (TCP/IP, UDP) and high-throughput messaging systems.
  • Experience working in a high-performance environment, preferably within fintech, trading, or real-time systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, and an ability to work well in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Bonus Skills:

  • Exposure to financial markets or trading platforms.
  • Experience with Linux, distributed systems, and high-frequency trading environments.
  • Knowledge of JVM internals and garbage collection tuning.

What's on Offer:

  • A chance to work on industry-leading low-latency solutions.
  • A collaborative, innovative environment with a strong focus on performance and quality.
  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Flexible working arrangements.