Java Developer (KDB)
Posted 2 days ago by Red - The Global SAP Solutions Provider
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
City of London, UK
Summary: We're seeking a highly skilled KDB Developer for a leading financial services project starting in January 2026. This role is a 1-year contract with potential for extension, focusing on cutting-edge, low-latency data systems in a global trading environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop large-scale kdb+ systems.
- Implement modern software development practices.
- Work within Unix/Linux environments.
- Develop core Java applications.
- Manage low-latency systems and tick data capture.
- Handle market data and algorithmic trading data.
- Engage with financial products including Equities, Futures, Options, and FX.
Key Skills:
- Proven expertise in kdb+/q.
- Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals.
- Experience in Unix/Linux environments.
- Core Java development background.
- Knowledge of low-latency systems.
- Familiarity with market data and algorithmic trading.
- Experience with financial products.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: City of London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
We're looking for a highly skilled KDB Developer to join a leading financial services project kicking off in January 2026.
This is a 1-year contract (with potential extension), offering the chance to work on cutting-edge, low-latency data systems within a fast-paced, global trading environment
?? Required Skills & Experience:
- Proven expertise in kdb+/q, including the design and development of large-scale kdb+ systems
- Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals and modern software development practices
- Experience developing in Unix/Linux environments
- Core Java development background
- Solid knowledge of low-latency systems and tick data capture
- Familiarity with market data and algorithmic trading data
- Experience with financial products - including Equities, Futures, Options, and FX
If you would like immediate consideration, please send me an updated CV/contact details to (see below) so we can discuss further or reach out to me through LinkedIn.
