Tech Lead - Low-Latency FX Engineering

Tech Lead (Java) This role combines deep technical contribution with technical leadership, guiding engineers and shaping the architecture and direction of critical trading systems in our FX engineering group. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and development of low‑latency trading systems, while remaining an active, hands‑on contributor to the codebase. Own and drive technical delivery of projects, from design through implementation, testing, and production rollout. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers, fostering best practices in coding, performance, and system design. Partner closely with architects, product teams, and other engineering groups to define and deliver scalable solutions for FX trading. Contribute to and guide the evolution of system architecture, ensuring performance, scalability, and resilience. Design, build, and support high‑performance trading venues and services. Lead efforts to improve system observability, reliability, and operational excellence. Develop automation to detect, prevent, and resolve production issues, minimizing latency and downtime. Drive continuous improvements across performance optimization, cost efficiency, security, and developer experience. Champion agile and DevOps practices, promoting CI/CD, automated testing, and infrastructure as code. Required Skills & Experience Strong hands‑on expertise in Java development, with a passion for writing clean, efficient, production‑grade code. Proven experience operating as a technical lead or senior engineer influencing design and delivery. Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design principles. Expertise in concurrency, multithreading, and performance optimization. Strong knowledge of low‑latency system design and memory management. Experience with profiling, benchmarking, and performance tuning tools. Familiarity with network protocols (TCP, UDP, and techniques for optimizing network communication. Proven track record of owning and delivering complex, business‑critical systems. Experience working in agile environments with modern engineering practices. Exposure to DevOps practices, including automation of testing, deployment, and infrastructure. Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to investigate and resolve complex, cross‑system issues. Ability to work effectively in a globally distributed team, balancing leadership and hands‑on delivery. Desired Skills Experience with cloud platforms and cloud‑native architecture. Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases. Experience mentoring or leading engineers in a technical capacity. Strong passion for technology and continuous learning. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Career Stage: Manager Compensation & Benefits LSEG is committed to offering competitive compensation and benefits. The anticipated base salary for this position is $147,500 - $245,900. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location. In addition to the offered base salary, this role is eligible for our Annual Incentive Plan (AIP). LSEG benefits include an Annual Wellness Allowance, paid time‑off, medical, dental, vision, flex spending, health savings options, prescription drug plan, 401(k) savings plan with company match, basic life insurance, disability benefits, emergency backup dependent care, adoption assistance, commuter assistance, and more. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of 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. We can accommodate applicants’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr London Stock Exchange Group