Full-Stack Developer, SVP - trading systems,Kafka, MQ, FIX, FpML

Evolution of Trading Systems

As a Senior Vice President of Development, you will spearhead the modernization of mission-critical equity trading platforms in the heart of New York. This role focuses on architecting resilient systems that manage the entire trade life cycle, from order management to downstream data feeds. You will be responsible for building high-performance solutions that thrive under the pressure of real-time financial markets.

AI-Powered Engineering

While the core stack is built on Java, Spring Boot, and Kafka, this position is designed for a modern developer who leverages AI to multiply their output. The team specifically encourages the use of vibe-coding tools like GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and Claude Code to navigate complex messaging protocols such as FIX and FpML. By using these assistants, you can focus on solving intricate data modeling challenges and optimizing system performance rather than getting bogged down in manual syntax.

What You Bring

• Senior Expertise: Over a decade of experience in software engineering, specifically within the securities or financial services sector.
• Technical Proficiency: Deep knowledge of Spring Integration, SQL, and DevOps practices in cloud environments.
• AI Fluency: A proven ability to use AI coding assistants to profile, debug, and implement sophisticated features rapidly.
• Strategic Vision: The ability to translate regulatory requirements and equity product knowledge into robust, scalable code.