Low Latency Trading Application Developer (Banking)

Executive Summary Smart IMS Inc provides Digital technology & Cloud transformation services, Application & Infrastructure Management Services, Unified Communications and Insurance implementation services to customers across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific regions. As the trusted technology and business partner of leading MNCs, including Global Investment Banks, Smart IMS is also a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, Oracle Platinum Partner and AWS MSP Partner. We are seeking a highly skilled Low Latency Trading Application Developer to support our client, a leading global investment bank. The incumbent will join the Electronic Trading Technology team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in building high-performance, low-latency trading applications and a deep understanding of electronic trading platforms. Key Responsibilities: • Develop, enhance, and extend electronic trading systems for improved performance, scalability, and functionality. • Collaborate with global technology teams and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced environment. • Work across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and support. • Independently manage project deliveries and ensure timely execution. • Provide production support, troubleshooting, and performance tuning for critical trading applications. • Engage with business owners and stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions. • Design and implement distributed, low-latency Equity trading applications. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Strong hands-on experience in Python or Java development • Proven experience in designing and developing distributed electronic trading systems, preferably in Equity. • In-depth understanding of electronic trading, including: Market microstructure, Order flow and lifecycle, Matching rules, ECN interactions • Strong expertise in multithreading, concurrency, and performance optimization. • Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns. • Experience with messaging middleware (e.g., JMS, Kafka, or similar technologies). • Familiarity with Agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, or XP, and continuous integration practices. • Scripting experience in one or more languages (Shell, Python, Perl, Ruby). • Experience working on front-office trading systems. Preferred Qualifications: • Business domain knowledge in FX OR Equity • Prior experience in the electronic trading domain within investment banks or financial institutions. • Exposure to low-latency systems and high-frequency trading environments. Key Competencies: • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities • Ability to work independently and in globally distributed teams • High attention to detail and quality