Margo is looking for a Java Developer to join the FX Options team. This is a high-profile role working directly on the FX Options pricer, supporting both the FX Options desk and voice traders. The team builds pricing, hedging, and electronic distribution systems, as well as workflows for Sales and Structuring.

This is a new role within IT, working closely with the FX trading desk engineers. Your mission will be to modernise the technology framework to bank standards while keeping it flexible for Quants and trading teams to integrate new payoffs and pricing techniques.

The platform is currently undergoing a major transformation, including:

Integration with a new Sales & Client SDP

Migration of the analytics library

Programming in Java (core focus)

Multithreading and performance optimisation

Performance monitoring, including designing suitable metrics

Scripting skills (e.g. PowerShell, batch scripts)

Clear communication and systematic reasoning skills

Deep experience with Java in a similar environment, including UI development

Knowledge of FIX and other market protocols

Front office knowledge of FX Options business or quantitative finance

Understanding of software delivery processes and methodologies

Experience integrating C++ Quant libraries

Work on a mission-critical platform used directly by traders and sales teams

Collaborate closely with Quants and front office teams

Be part of a large-scale technology transformation in FX Options