Chief Java Software Engineer

Hybrid in Portugal: Distrito de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal: Distrito do Porto, Porto

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Portugal: Distrito de Lisboa, Lisbon

We are seeking a motivated and proficient Chief Java Software Engineer to spearhead the development and delivery of cutting-edge digital solutions for global financial markets.

In this role, you will collaborate with a geographically distributed team to create real-time, low-latency trading systems for high-volume electronic trading, enabling impactful contributions to the realm of FX trading for a prominent European investment bank.

Responsibilities

Oversee and guide a distributed team to deliver robust, high-performance digital services
Convert business requirements into technical solutions, managing projects from design to production implementation
Optimize and develop low-latency Java core code with a strong focus on performance and reliability
Collaborate with traders, business analysts, and technical teams to refine FX trading requirements across pricing, tiering, matching, and booking
Ensure compliance with best practices for high-frequency trading software, including memory management and system optimization techniques
Troubleshoot and resolve complex system bottlenecks using expertise in Java microstructure and design patterns
Provide technical leadership and serve as a trusted advisor in a dynamic and innovative setting

Requirements

7+ years of experience in Java development with strong expertise in low-latency systems design
Background in Java Core, multithreading, parallel processing, and cache optimization
Familiarity with GoF design patterns, performance tuning, and debugging tools at the microstructure level
Knowledge of FX trading processes, including pricing, tiering, matching, booking, and related workflows
Competency in high-frequency trading environments and the ability to develop scalable, reliable systems
Flexibility to work efficiently within a global team and handle rapidly changing priorities
Capability to manage development lifecycles from requirements definition to production delivery

Nice to have

Proficiency in algorithmic trading systems and their development
Background in financial services with specialization in trading platform development
Understanding of advanced real-time data analytics within investment banking systems

Benefits

International projects with top brands
Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
Healthcare benefits
Employee financial programs
Paid time off and sick leave
Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
Global career opportunities
Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
EPAM Employee Groups
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