Java Developer

Java Developer

London

Do you want to take your career to the next step with an industry leader that also genuinely cares about their employees? My client is seeking talented, experienced and driven Java Developers to join their industry leading and award winning organisation. My client is an award winner on a global scale, not only for their achievements in operational and technology development, but also for consistently focusing on a healthy work/ life balance , in tandem with outstanding employee benefits.

As a Java Developer you will join a rapidly expanding Software Engineering Team. Your focus will be on to effectively and efficiently design and develop software applications to the high quality across various project types, from digital security solutions to software that is out of this world. You will be given the opportunity to develop many new technical skills and must be ambitious and keen to grow your skill set as well have the ability to work in a fast paced environment.

Alongside a competitive salary, you will be offered access to a high performing share scheme (3% + 3% matching) making you a member not just an employee. You also have the option to benefit from private medical and dental insurance, flexible retirement options, childcare vouchers and a cycle to work scheme.

This role will initially focus on the world of investment banking but this company can offer you projects across multiple industries including defence, green energy and space exploration to name a few.

Essential Skills

• The ideal person for this role will have extensive experience of professional development on Java within Investment banks.
• Excellent knowledge of core Java (collections, multithreading, memory consumption, GC) and experience in working with high frequency/low latency data processing systems.
• Experience with high volume data processing systems
• Hands-on experience with messaging platforms (Ultramessaging (LBM), Solace, JMS)
• Hands-on experience with FIX protocol
• Hands-on experience with Unix/Linux
• Understanding of Equity trading workflows
• Agile/XP development experience including test driven development
• Understanding of disrupter programming pattern

Desirable competencies

• Current UK Security Clearance
• A thorough understanding of equities and fixed income.
• Hands-on experience with technologies such as Axiom, Bandwagon, VAS programming

Reference: AMC*PVA/CGJAV2L

Role: Java Developer

Type: Permanent

Location: London

Rate: £50,000- £70,000 + Pension, bonus, medical, share access, childcare vouchers etc.

Agency: Anson McCade

Contact: Peter Vannet -

Telephone: + 44 (0)20 7806 706