Java Developer (Trading Software)

Job Description Java Developer / Software Engineer Newcastle onsite to £120kDo you have expertise with backend software development within finance / trading environments? You could be progressing your career in a senior, hands-on Java Developer role at a growing professional services company. As a Java Developer you'll play a key role in a new client engagement to transform a highly complex C++ legacy trading system into a modern Java based application. You'll collaborate with Front Office trading teams as well as other highly skilled software engineers and product teams to deliver robust, secure, real-time trading systems using Java and Claude. You'll join the team in Central Newcastle offices on a fulltime basis (Monday to Friday). You have strong backend, multithreaded Java development experienceYou have a strong knowledge of financial markets and have previous experience of working on trading systemsYou have a good understanding of real-time system development and latencyYou're comfortable using AI tools such as ClaudeYou're collaborative and pragmatic with client facing communication skillsYou're naturally curious and have advanced critical thinking and problem solving skillsAn understanding of C++ would be of benefit but it's not essentialYou have achieved a minimum 2.1 BSc in Computer Science or similar technical discipline from a top tier / Russel Group university, backed by A's at A-levelWhat's in it for you? Salary to £120k + Bonus25 days holidayBupa healthcareGenerous pension contributionContinuous career development opportunitiesSocial team atmosphere with a range of eventsApply now to find out more about this Java Developer / Software Engineer opportunity.