Core Java Engineer
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About The RoleA leading asset management firm is expanding its trading technology teams in New York and Chicago. We are seeking highly skilled Core Java Engineers to help build the next generation of a global, high‑performance trading platform used by over 100 organizations worldwide.This is an opportunity to work on complex, low‑latency, distributed systems and collaborate directly with traders, product managers, and global engineering teams.What You'll DoDesign, develop, and integrate trading functionality into a next‑generation trading platformBuild highly reliable, scalable, and low‑latency backend systems using Core JavaCollaborate with traders and product teams to refine workflows and enhance trading capabilitiesDevelop FIX and custom API connectivity for global marketsBuild and optimize market data platforms and distributed trading servicesParticipate in full SDLC: design, development, testing, deployment, and performance tuningTroubleshoot complex issues and recommend architectural improvementsWork in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with global engineering teamsRequired Experience5+ years of hands‑on Core Java developmentStrong experience with multithreading, concurrency, and low‑latency systemsExperience building or maintaining Order Management Systems (OMS)Experience with FIX protocol and custom API connectivityStrong understanding of distributed systems, event‑driven architectures, and messagingExperience with TCP, Multicast, and network‑level performance tuningFamiliarity with Java/JVM performance techniques (low/no GC, off‑heap caching, CPU pinning, kernel bypass)Strong debugging, profiling, and optimization skillsExperience with unit, regression, and integration testingIntermediate knowledge of relational databasesExcellent communication and collaboration skillsBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fieldNice to HaveExperience designing or implementing trading algorithmsExperience with streaming cache servicesExperience In FX, Equities, Futures, Or Other Financial MarketsExperience with C++ in low‑latency environmentsWhy This Opportunity Stands OutTotal compensation up to $270K+ (base + bonus)Signing bonuses possibleBuild a next‑generation trading platform at global scaleExcellent work‑life balance compared to other trading firmsWork with elite engineers in a high‑impact environmentWork StructureHybrid: 2–3 days onsite weeklyLocations: New York, NY or Chicago, ILFull‑time, direct hire