Trading System Engineer – Low-Latency Java/Python & Market Data Integration

Job Summary

Synechron is looking for an experienced Trading System Engineer to support and enhance our Fixed Income Trading Applications. The role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing high-performance, low-latency trading systems focused on bond markets. You will work closely with cross-disciplinary teams, including traders, quant analysts, and infrastructure specialists, to deliver scalable, resilient solutions that meet stringent performance, security, and compliance standards. Your expertise will contribute to our strategic goal of delivering cutting-edge trading technology to enable efficient and reliable bond trading operations.

Software Requirements

Required:

• Strong programming proficiency in Java (version 8+) and Python

• Experience designing, developing, and optimizing low-latency trading systems

• Knowledge of multi-threading, concurrency, and memory management techniques for high-frequency environments

• Proven experience with market connectivity (FIX protocol, market data feeds) and order execution systems

• Familiarity with microservices architecture, including RESTful APIs and WebSocket services

• Experience with database systems: PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or equivalent relational databases

• Working knowledge of cloud deployment (AWS, Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Skilled in using monitoring & profiling tools: Prometheus, Grafana, JMC, JFR, JMeter, YourKit

• Knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and computational complexity

• Familiar with SDLC, DevOps (CI/CD), and Agile development practices

Preferred:

• Experience with market microstructure and asset classes (bonds, equities, derivatives)

• Advanced experience in Kubernetes and cloud-native deployment on AWS

• Familiarity with low-latency network architecture and trading platform design

Overall Responsibilities

• Design and develop core components of the fixed income electronic trading platform, including venue connectivity, market data handlers, order execution, and risk management systems

• Continuously analyze and enhance latency and throughput, performing profiling and fine-tuning for optimal performance

• Build fault-tolerant, resilient, and scalable systems supporting high-frequency trading operations

• Support system deployment, monitoring, and ongoing production support activities

• Conduct code reviews, create technical documentation, and promote best engineering practices

• Collaborate with traders, quant teams, and infrastructure specialists to gather requirements and implement tailored solutions

• Implement security, compliance, and data privacy standards specific to financial markets

• Stay current with technological advancements, regulatory changes, and industry trends to recommend continual improvement

• Mentor junior engineers and lead technical initiatives in high-performance trading system development

Technical Skills (By Category)

Programming Languages (Essential):

• Java (version 8+)

• Python

Preferred:

• Additional languages such as C++ (for ultra-low latency components) or JavaScript (for visualization tools)

Frameworks & Libraries:

• Spring Boot (for microservices)

• Concurrency frameworks and real-time data handling libraries

Database & Data Management:

• PostgreSQL, SQL Server, with focus on data consistency and querying efficiency

• Knowledge of cache systems like Redis or Coherence (preferred)

Tools & Technologies:

• Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes

• Version control: Git, GitHub, or GitLab

• CI/CD tools: Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or similar

• Monitoring & profiling: Prometheus, Grafana, JMC, JFR, JMeter, YourKit

Protocols & Market Data:

• FIX Protocol, market data feed handling, order routing, and execution systems

Security & Compliance:

• Secure API development, data encryption, and PCI-DSS or equivalent standards

Experience Requirements

• At least 7 years of professional experience developing high-performance trading or financial systems

• Demonstrated expertise with low-latency, high-throughput trading applications, especially in bond markets

• Proven experience with market connectivity, order execution, and risk management systems

• Hands-on knowledge of cloud deployment, containerization, and performance profiling tools

• Experience working closely with traders, quant teams, and infrastructure personnel in fast-paced environments

Day-to-Day Activities

• Develop and optimize core trading components, including venue connectivity and market data modules

• Perform performance profiling, latency analysis, and hardware/software tuning

• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve technical issues impacting trading operations

• Collaborate with teams to translate business requirements into scalable, reliable solutions

• Conduct system testing, participate in deployment, and support live trading environments

• Review code, implement best practices, and document architecture and processes

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, tools, and evolving market technologies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

• 7+ years of experience in financial trading systems development, with focus on bond markets preferred

• Deep understanding of market microstructure, low-latency systems, and high-frequency trading

• Certifications or training in financial systems or low-latency network design are a plus

• Proven track record of building reliable, performance-optimized trading platforms in fast-paced environments

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills in complex, real-time environments

• Ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives

• Excellent communication skills for effective stakeholder collaboration

• Adaptability to regulatory changes, evolving technologies, and market conditions

• Focus on delivering robust, secure, and high-performance solutions

• Innovative mindset with a proactive approach to continuous improvement

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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