Associate Software Developer (FX)

FlexTrade Systems is a provider of customized multi-asset execution and order management trading solutions for buy- and sell-side financial institutions. Through deep client partnerships with some of the world's largest, most complex and demanding capital markets firms, we develop the flexible tools, technology and innovation that deliver our clients a competitive edge. Our globally distributed engineering teams focus on adaptable technology and open architecture to develop highly sophisticated trading solutions that can automate and scale with your business strategies.

At FlexTrade, we hold our values close to heart, with pride and gratitude, as they guide us in everything that we do. We are dedicated to giving our clients a competitive edge, taking ownership of our responsibilities, being flexible to adapt to ever changing environment and technology, bringing integrity to ever interaction and we continue to improve, grow together and collaborate as one team. All of these while having fun truly makes FlexTrade a wonderful place to work.

The Team

The FlexFX product is used by some of the largest asset managers and hedge funds in the world.  Our team is global and is responsible for the direction and development of this product.   Software Engineers are involved in several aspects of a project’s lifecycle: from working with buy-side and sell-side stakeholders for analysis & design, to implementing the solution, and working with client services and banks for releases and support.

About You

This role represents a great opportunity to join our small, highly talented team. You will have influence on key design and architectural decisions and play an important role in continuing to build future generations of our product. Through dealings with high-profile clients and banks you will gain exposure to the FX industry.

• Formulate business and workflow requirements into technical solutions

• Utilise your strong technical skills to code and deliver these solutions

• Work with teams across the firm to continually improve our product and drive future innovation

• Support our client services teams in their use of FlexFX

• Work with banks to onboard them onto our platform

• BSc and/or MSc/PhD in Computer Science (or other STEM major with relevant experience)

• Professional experience in a technical role preferred

• Experience in software development, including an understanding of data structures, algorithms, software design and core programming concepts. Key languages include C++, Python, JavaScript

• Linux experience including shell-scripting

• Knowledge of relational databases and SQL

• Desire to learn both the business and technical aspects of the financial capital markets in which FlexTrade operates

• Understanding of the FIX protocol (not essential)

• Client facing experience in a professional setting

• Excellent time management skills, ability to multi-task

• Ability to communicate confidently and concisely

FlexTrade Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.
FlexTrade UK Ltd. conducts a pre-employment screening which consists of a Criminal History, Background and Credit Check for successful candidates.