Senior GUI Developer - Investment Banking

Senior GUI Developer - Investment Banking

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£675 Per day
Undetermined
Hybrid
City of London
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Summary: We are seeking a Senior GUI Developer to lead the design and development of a high-performance, real-time Limit Order Application for our global eFX trading platform. This senior-level role demands deep technical expertise in GUI development and a strong understanding of trading workflows, with a focus on delivering under pressure in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in enhancing our trading infrastructure and supporting traders with an intuitive and responsive GUI. This position requires collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure high standards of performance and usability.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of the GUI for the Limit Order Application.
  • Collaborate with traders, quants, and backend developers to build interfaces that support real-time order entry, modification, and price tracking.
  • Ensure the application meets high standards for performance, reliability, and usability under real-time trading conditions.
  • Drive the evolution of our GUI architecture and component libraries.
  • Mentor junior developers and contribute to a culture of engineering excellence.
  • Maintain a strong focus on risk excellence, code quality, and operational resilience.

Key Skills:

  • Deep expertise in GUI development for trading or other real-time systems.
  • Strong understanding of FX trading products, especially limit order workflows.
  • Ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work across global teams.
  • A full-stack mindset with appreciation for backend integration and data flow.
  • 10+ years of experience in GUI development, ideally in financial services or trading environments.
  • Expertise in GUI frameworks such as Java or modern web technologies (e.g., React, Electron).
  • Strong programming skills in Java.
  • Experience with real-time data visualization and performance tuning.
  • Prior experience leading development teams and coordinating global releases.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • Familiarity with automated trading systems and market connectivity is a strong plus.

Salary (Rate): £675 per day

City: City of London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

We are seeking a Senior GUI Developer to hit the ground running who will lead the design and development of a high-performance, real-time Limit Order Application within our global eFX trading platform. This application will serve as a critical interface for traders and risk managers, enabling precise control and monitoring of limit order strategies across global markets.

This is a senior-level role requiring deep technical expertise in GUI development, a strong understanding of trading workflows, and the ability to deliver under pressure in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Why This Role Is Important to Us
The Limit Order Application is a key component of our eFX trading infrastructure, enabling efficient and controlled execution of trading strategies. As we continue to expand our global footprint, delivering a robust, intuitive, and responsive GUI is essential to supporting our traders and maintaining our competitive edge.

What You Will Be Responsible For
Lead the design, development, and deployment of the GUI for the Limit Order Application.
Collaborate with traders, quants, and backend developers to build interfaces that support real-time order entry, modification, and price tracking.
Ensure the application meets high standards for performance, reliability, and usability under real-time trading conditions.
Drive the evolution of our GUI architecture and component libraries.
Mentor junior developers and contribute to a culture of engineering excellence.
Maintain a strong focus on risk excellence, code quality, and operational resilience.

What We Value
Deep expertise in GUI development for trading or other real-time systems.
Strong understanding of FX trading products, especially limit order workflows.
Ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work across global teams.
A full-stack mindset with appreciation for backend integration and data flow.
Education & Preferred Qualifications
10+ years of experience in GUI development, ideally in financial services or trading environments.
Expertise in GUI frameworks such as Java or modern web technologies (e.g., React, Electron).
Strong programming skills in Java
Experience with real-time data visualization and performance tuning.
Prior experience leading development teams and coordinating global releases.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
Familiarity with automated trading systems and market connectivity is a strong plus.

Location: Canary Wharf
Hybrid: Yes
Duration: 6 months, long term project
Rate: £600-675 per day

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