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Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

Hybrid

England, United kingdom

$ 225,000 /year

Senior

Full Time

18-11-2025

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Skills

Python Java Architecture Programming

Job Specifications

About the Role
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to design and implement algorithmic trading solutions in a fast-paced environment. This position involves working closely with stakeholders to translate trading objectives into robust technical systems and strategies. You will help shape execution logic and ensure systems operate reliably under real-world conditions.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and refine algorithmic trading strategies.
Collaborate with internal teams to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions.
Lead technical initiatives and contribute to system architecture decisions.
Troubleshoot complex issues and ensure operational stability.
Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices.

Qualifications

5+ years of software engineering experience, preferably in financial or trading systems.
Strong programming skills in java and python
Solid understanding of algorithms, data structures, and system design.
Experience building distributed or high-throughput applications.
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate technical concepts clearly.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field.

About the Company

From Investment Banking, Risk Management, Quantitative Trading, and Insurance, to Investment Management, Sales & Trading, Technology, and Wealth Management, Selby Jennings supports the world's largest financial institutions to revolutionary fintech start-ups with all their hiring needs as a leading Financial Sciences and Services talent partner. If you would like to talk to us about your current talent needs, please request a call back here and one of our specialist consultants will call you back to discuss your hiring nee... Know more