Senior Java Engineer (Trading Systems)

Top N. American Bank seeking a Senior Java Backend Engineer to work on low-latency, high-performance trading systems dealing with equities, options, FX, and other asset classes. The role involves building core trading capabilities and collaborating with traders and product teams across North America and Europe.

• Current Java programming experience with deep understanding of algorithms, complexity, multi-threading, and standard libraries.
• Good knowledge of data structures and the Java collections framework.
• Proven experience building backend services for front-office trading systems.
• Deep understanding of front-office workflows and electronic trading platforms.
• Experience with algorithmic order management or order routing systems.
• Expertise in multi-threading, event-driven systems, and performance tuning.
• Ability to produce maintainable, high-quality solutions from complex workflows.
• Strong communication skills and comfort working in trader-facing environments.
• Knowledge of building low-latency trading systems measured in microseconds.
• Ability to work overlapping 6 hours with US Eastern business hours.

Nice to have:

• Exposure to time-series databases and market data integration.
• Familiarity with algorithmic workflows and pricing engines.
• Computer science degree from a top Polish school.

• Design and implement robust software solutions for equities and FX trading systems using core Java.
• Build high-performance backend services that algorithmically manage and route orders.
• Create thorough test cases to ensure software stability and reliability.
• Collaborate with operations teams to build new features and improve existing functionality.

Only open to residents of Poland (citizens or legal residents with work permission). Successful candidates must pass a background check. Personal data is processed in accordance with the recruitment process legal requirements.