State Street is seeking an experienced eFX Java Developer for their High Frequency Trading team at the Vice President level. The role focuses on the MACH system, the principal automated trading platform for the EFX group that has seen significant expansion over the past decade. MACH is a strategic business initiative with a multi-year expansion plan, handling thousands of client connections and automated trading strategies.
The position requires a developer with a full stack mentality who can write high-performance code, solve complex problems, and operate effectively under pressure. The role involves working with a global development team on a meshed-based platform that trades automatically on a follow-the-sun basis from Sunday to Friday. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new functionality while also directly supporting the system, putting them at the forefront of business operations.
The ideal candidate should possess deep business knowledge in FX trading, including Spot, Forward, Swap, Benchmarks, and eNDF trading. With 10+ years of development experience and at least 5 years specifically in automated trading systems, the role demands both technical expertise and business acumen. The position offers the opportunity to work on challenging problems in a high-stakes environment, contributing to a system that has demonstrated steady increases in trading volumes and PnL contributions for State Street.
Working at State Street means joining a global financial services leader that values creative thinking, performance computing expertise, and effective collaboration across teams. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $130,000 to $205,000 annually, reflecting the senior nature of the position and its strategic importance to the organization.