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Intelliswift - An LTTS Company

Java Quant Developer

Hybrid

Toronto, Canada

Mid level

Freelance

18-09-2025

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Communication Java C# Test Problem-solving Research Programming

Job Specifications

Job Title: Java Developer - FX Trading Platform

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid - 2 days/week onsite)

Duration: 12 months

Contract Type: T4 only

Pay Rate: CA$96.55/Hour

Role Mandate:

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled developer to join the Global Trading Solutions (GTS) Trading Systems team. This role focuses on building and enhancing mission-critical components of our Electronic FX trading platform. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Java, a passion for low-latency systems, and a deep understanding of financial markets.

Role Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

Design and develop robust, scalable software solutions for GTS's FX trading systems.
Devise and implement efficient algorithms and data structures tailored to low-latency environments.
Create comprehensive test cases to ensure software stability and reliability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to research, design, and implement system enhancements.
Communicate effectively with operations teams regarding new features and strategy behaviors.
Investigate and resolve production issues, performing root-cause analysis independently.
Translate business requirements into technical solutions with minimal guidance.

Must-Have Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
Minimum 5 years of professional Java development experience.
Strong multi-threaded programming and performance optimization skills.
Proven experience in developing low-latency trading systems.
Solid understanding of financial markets and electronic trading workflows.
Familiarity with the FIX protocol and market data integration.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Strong team collaboration and mentoring capabilities.
Core java developer.

Nice to Have Skills:

Experience with FX trading platforms or capital markets systems.
Experience with profiling tools and latency measurement frameworks.
Exposure to C# or other complementary technologies.
Knowledge of containerization and cloud-native architectures.

About the Company

Intelliswift, an LTTS company, is a global leader in Digital Product Engineering, Data & AI, and Digital Enterprise Solutions. We empower businesses to leverage cutting-edge technologies and pioneering strategies throughout their digital transformation journey. Our expertise in data-rich modern platforms and people-centric solutions ensures that companies can navigate and thrive in the digital era. We address critical pain points across a diverse range of industries, including Platform & Technology, Fintech, MedTech, Energy ... Know more