Software Engineer (Python / Java / C++) – Capital Markets Trading Tech NYC
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Software Engineer (Python and Java or C++) – Capital Markets Trading Technology (NYC - $160,000–$220,000)London or New York | Hybrid Working | Competitive Salary + BonusA leading trading tech firm is looking for experienced Software Engineers to join its front office engineering team, building high-performance trading platforms used across global capital markets.This is an opportunity to work on business-critical systems that directly support traders and institutional clients. You'll be developing scalable, low-latency backend applications, solving complex engineering challenges, and contributing to the evolution of next-generation technology.What You'll Be DoingDesigning, developing, and enhancing high-performance trading platforms.Building scalable backend services using Python, Java, or C++ (C++ non essential)Developing distributed, low-latency systems used in front office environments.Working closely with traders, product teams, and senior engineers to deliver business-critical functionality.Taking ownership of key platform components and contributing to architectural decisions.What We're Looking For3+ years' commercial software engineering experience using Python or Java (C++ experience is advantageous but not essential).Strong backend engineering skills.Experience building scalable, distributed systems.Front office trading systems or capital markets experience is highly desirable.Experience within financial services or FinTech is beneficial.What's on OfferHybrid working (3 days per week in the office).New York: $160,000–$220,000 base + generous bonus.Direct collaboration with traders and product teams.High-impact role with significant ownership and technical influence.Opportunity to work on cutting-edge trading technology within a collaborative engineering environment.If you're interested in building high-performance software in a front office trading environment and want to work on technology that has a direct impact on the business, we'd love to hear from you.