Lead Java Software Engineer
Hunter BondAbout the role
Role: Lead Java Software Engineer (Low Latency Trading)
Location: Boston (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to $200k Total Compensation! (Industry Leading Bonus)
We're currently working with a leading high-performance investment firm that's looking to add a Lead Java Software Engineer to its front-office trading technology team!
This role offers the opportunity to engineer the systems that underpin a sophisticated trading platform, working on performance-critical technology where every optimisation matters. You'll collaborate closely with front-office teams, solve challenging technical problems, and have the chance to grow your influence by taking on technical leadership responsibilities!
We're Interested in Engineers Who Have:
6+ years of professional Java software development experience
Expertise in designing and developing low latency, performance-critical systems
A track record of writing well-structured, scalable, and highly optimised code
Experience supporting the growth of junior developers or leading a small technical team is a significant advantage!
What You'll Get in Return:
Take ownership of a talented, high-performing engineering team
Develop the technology that powers front-office trading and supports key business decisions
Thrive in a collaborative investment firm where innovation, speed, and engineering excellence are at the core of everything they do
If you're interested in finding out more, feel free to apply directly or send me a message for a confidential conversation.
agreen@hunterbond.com
Responsibilities
- Engineer systems for a sophisticated trading platform
- Collaborate with front-office teams
- Solve challenging technical problems
- Take on technical leadership responsibilities
Qualifications
- 6+ years of professional Java software development experience
- Expertise in designing and developing low latency, performance-critical systems
- Track record of writing well-structured, scalable, and highly optimised code
- Experience supporting the growth of junior developers or leading a small technical team
Benefits
- Ownership of a talented, high-performing engineering team
- Development of technology that powers front-office trading
- Collaborative environment focused on innovation and engineering excellence
Skills mentioned
About Hunter Bond
Hunter Bond is a global firm specialising in the finance and technology recruitment sectors with the aim to provide a thorough, effective and transparent solution to their client and candidates needs. Hunter Bond directors have 20 years experience specialising in financial and technology jobs. With this experience comes a desire to provide the best recruitment service. Integrity is delivered by Hunter Bond at its upmost. Clients and candidates alike will have transparency and dedication from start to finish. Founding Directors, Lee Ballen and Stephen Perkins both have successful careers with a strong track record working with the world's leading financial institutions. Today they bring their passion, knowledge and work ethic to the forefront of their business. Hunter Bond specialises in the following markets: Big Data - Architecture, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Consultancy, Data Governance, Data Analysis, Hadoop, Project Management, Programming, Testing and Support. Change, Tranformation & Regulatory - Change Management, Change Analysis, Change Co-Ordination, Project Management, PRINCE2, Agile, Waterfall, P3O, Six Sigma, Programme Management, Business Analysis, Business Transformation, Transition Management. Consultancies - Information Security, Business Continuity Planning, Disaster Recovery, Programme Management, Performance Management, Management Information, Business Process Transformation, Customer Relationship Management, Supply Chain and Purchasing, Governance, Audit, Risk and Policy Implementation. Finance - Advisory & Strategy, Products Advisory, Monitoring & Surveillance, Compliance Reviews, Disclosures, Shareholder Reporting, and AML/Financial Crime. Finance Technology - .NET, C#, C++, Java, Solution Architect, Windows, Linux, Networks & Security, Business Analysis, Programme Manager, Change Analyst and Testing. Risk - Market Risk, Credit Risk, Collateral Management, Liquidity Risk, CVA (Credit Value Adjustment) and Actuarial.