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.
Responsibilities
- 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.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.Seniority Level
Entry level
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