I get these sort of emails every week. Do these roles really exist? Who's known anyone who has made the move into trading out of straight dev work?
Or is it agency bait?
Or is it agency bait?
This Algorithmic trading team are looking for talented Java developers with strong mathematical skills and a desire to move into trading. You will be developing high frequency algorithmic trading systems using core java as well as working closely on desks with the traders designing and coding automated trading models. The desk deals primarily with thje Equities business although the platform is being expanded to cover more products. Any background will be considered but you must have experience with Core Java and an excellent knowledge of multithreading, Design patterns on high performance real time systems. Strong maths is also essential and for the right candidates the role will offer a move into the trading team. Business experience is secondary so this role will suit front office developers looking to move into a desk based role and learn more about the business but strong Java developers from any group within a bank or even outside finance will be considered. Algo trading, Java.
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