Vice President, Electronic Trading Software Engineering

Vice President, Electronic Trading Software EngineeringAbout the CompanyRenowned financial services firm with a global presenceIndustry Financial ServicesType Privately HeldAbout the RoleThe Company is seeking a VP for Electronic Trading Software Engineering with a focus on enhancing its advanced electronic trading systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and maintaining low-latency engines that support complex options, futures, and algorithmic market-making strategies. This role involves creating and deploying trading algorithms, building analytical applications, and scaling the core trading infrastructure in close collaboration with quantitative and trading professionals. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in a front-office environment, with hands-on experience in automated market-making or algorithmic trading platforms across highly liquid markets.Applicants must have a minimum of 10 years' of advanced Java programming experience in a UNIX/Linux setting, and a strong background in partnering with traders and quantitative strategists. Familiarity with ultra-low-latency, high-throughput messaging and publish/subscribe frameworks, as well as experience in KDB/Q, is essential. The role also requires knowledge of Java memory management, GC tuning, and Linux optimization. Front-end development skills with HTML5 or Angular, and an understanding of derivatives markets, particularly in option pricing or trading, are advantageous. The position demands excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving, agile environment.Travel Percent Less than 10%FunctionsEngineering Information Technology