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FlexTrade

Software Engineer (Java)

Hybrid

London, United kingdom

Full Time

17-12-2025

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Skills

Java JavaScript Scala MongoDB Ansible Architecture Software Development Agile Redux PostGres

Job Specifications

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 Role

You will be part of a small close-knit team of engineers that work in an Agile and collaborative fashion to build performant software that sits at the core of FlexTrade's business. Working in close collaboration with client-facing teams you will design and develop solutions for complex customer problems raised and assist teams in moving changes to production.

Must have

Professional software development experience
Professional experience in Java and/or Scala
Experience with JavaScript preferred
Experience of contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability, and scaling) of new and current systems

Nice to have

Experience with Postgres and MongoDB
Knowledge of Ansible, Redux, Akka and Play would be beneficial
Deep understanding of agile development for continuous product development and deployment
Knowledge of professional software engineering practices & best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations

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.

About the Company

FlexTrade Systems Inc., is the industry pioneer and global leader in broker-neutral, execution and order management trading platforms for equities, foreign exchange, options, futures and fixed income. FlexTRADER, our award-winning flagship platform for algorithmic trading, is widely viewed as unique in the industry for its high performance and multi-asset capability. With offices in North America, Europe and Asia, FlexTrade has a worldwide client base spanning more than 225 buy- and sell-side firms. Know more