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eFX Java Developer High Frequency Trading, Assistant Vice President

Global financial services company providing institutional investors with investment management and risk management solutions.
$90,000 - $142,500
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Finance
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Description For eFX Java Developer High Frequency Trading, Assistant Vice President

State Street is seeking an experienced eFX Java Developer to join their high-frequency trading team in Boston. This role is part of their eFX platform, a strategic initiative that has seen significant growth over the past decade. The platform operates on a follow-the-sun basis, handling thousands of client connections and automated trading strategies.

The position offers an opportunity to work on large-scale distributed systems in a fast-paced financial environment. You'll be part of an enthusiastic global development team responsible for developing and maintaining a meshed-based trading platform. The role requires expertise in high-performance Java development, with a focus on building and maintaining mission-critical trading systems.

The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with business knowledge in FX trading, including Spot, Forward, Swap, Benchmarks, and eNDF trading. You'll work directly with business stakeholders and be responsible for both development and support of the trading platform. This hands-on role requires someone who can write high-performance code, solve complex problems, and communicate effectively across all business lines.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $90,000 to $142,500 annually. State Street provides a collaborative environment where developers can make significant contributions to a strategic business initiative with a multi-year expansion plan. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge financial technology and the opportunity to work with distributed teams globally.

As part of State Street's technology team, you'll be contributing to systems that help institutional investors manage risk and drive performance. The company values diversity, inclusion, and maintaining an environment where every employee can reach their full potential. This role represents an excellent opportunity for a developer looking to advance their career in financial technology while working on challenging, high-impact projects.

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Responsibilities For eFX Java Developer High Frequency Trading, Assistant Vice President

  • Develop high volume, highly available transactional systems
  • Build integration solutions across heterogeneous platforms
  • Work closely with business users and various teams
  • Analyze requirements and propose suitable solutions
  • Communicate with stakeholders across different locations and time zones
  • Take ownership of small to medium projects
  • Support and maintain trading platform

Requirements For eFX Java Developer High Frequency Trading, Assistant Vice President

Java
Linux
  • Bachelors or Masters in CS, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or similar
  • 3 years' experience working as a software developer
  • Experience developing in Java
  • Experience with Linux/Bash scripting
  • Experience with relational databases (Oracle)
  • Experience with build tools (Git, Maven, Jenkins, Artifactory)
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle
  • Understanding of architectural schematics

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