Senior Java Trading System Engineer

Role responsibilities and key accountabilities Demonstrates good knowledge of technologies and/or SME knowledge of a technology, collaborating with others on design, development and implementation. Advances tools and applications by producing expert code and producing the right solutions needed. Handles own workload and promotes an inclusive and open culture. Design, develop, and optimize software solutions using modern technologies. Collaborate with product teams and architects to deliver scalable and reliable software. Play a pivotal role in the product development life cycle, ensuring that software solutions are robust and scalable. Engage with cross-functional teams, central technology functions, and wider stakeholders to ensure software design goals are met. Ensure alignment of software solutions with LSEG’s technology and business goals. Maintain up-to-date expert knowledge of relevant technologies and trends. Communicates complex / technical information clearly and concisely in an audience appropriate format. Continues to develop technology and industry expertise through certifications, professional qualifications and networking events. Essential skills Financial industry experience building buy or sell side trading systems. Strong understanding of system architecture and design. Strong Java fundamentals (JVM, multithreading, collections, I/O, etc). Strong development experience in Java technology stack along with API development, Docker and Kubernetes. Strong technical experience on writing clean code, unit tests, code reviewing and refactoring. Good knowledge of the following software engineering principles: SOLID, DRY, Law of Demeter. Keen understanding of the challenges in low‑latency development and practical techniques for addressing them. Experience with distributed version control systems (Git) and build automation tools (Gradle, Maven). Experience with Linux / Unix operating systems. Experience with RDBMS (e.g. PostgreSQL). Familiar with Agile methodology and its implementation. Over 5 years software engineering experience as an individual contributor. Other desirable skills Practical knowledge / experience with TDD (test driven development) and CI/CD (continuous integration / continuous delivery) practices. Experience with Spring & Spring Boot, Redis and Apache Kafka. Familiarity with cloud platforms (ideally Microsoft Azure). Deliver service excellence on‑time, on‑scope and on‑budget. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability and interest in working in a dynamic, focused, upbeat and constantly evolving group. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. Critical and creative thinker; able to think “out of the box”. Problem‑solving focused. Educational background BS/MS in computer science or equivalent software engineering qualification. Career Stage Senior Associate Compensation/Benefits Information LSEG is committed to offering competitive Compensation and Benefits. The anticipated base salary for this position is $100,200 - $167,000. Please be aware base salary ranges may vary by geographic location, city and state. In addition to our offered base salary, this role is eligible for our Annual Incentive Plan (AIP/"bonus plan"). Target AIP rates will be commensurate with role level and posted career stage. Individual salary will be reflective of job related knowledge, skills and equivalent experience. LSEG roles (excluding internships and part‑time roles of less than 20 hours per week) are typically eligible for inclusion in our LSEG Benefits program, which includes offerings of: Annual Wellness Allowance, Paid time‑off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending & Health Savings Options, Prescription Drug plan, 401(K) Savings Plan and Company match. LSEG’s Benefits plan also includes basic life insurance, disability benefits, emergency backup dependent care, adoption assistance commuter assistance etc. Equal Opportunity Statement We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co