Principal Software Engineer (Java, Algo Trading)

Kforce's client, a well-established and growing firm in the fintech sector, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer (Java, Algo Trading) to join its talented engineering team in Jersey City, NJ. This is an opportunity to contribute to the design and development of next-generation trading solutions in a dynamic and innovation-focused environment. Summary: As a Principal Software Engineer (Java, Algo Trading), you'll join a team at the forefront of trading technology. You'll collaborate with industry experts, expand your technical skills, and deliver complex, high-performance systems that power global financial markets. Responsibilities:

• Greenfield Project: Play a key in the design and development of a complex, global trading system - a key initiative offering the opportunity to build from the ground up
• Algorithmic Trading & Smart Order Routing: Contribute to the development of advanced algorithmic trading strategies and smart order routing systems, ensuring optimal trade execution across multiple venues
• Low-Latency Messaging: Engineer high-volume, low-latency messaging solutions for electronic trading using technologies such as Aeron, ensuring reliable, ultra-fast data transmission
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Design and develop secure, scalable cloud-based services, complex distributed platforms, and APIs critical to supporting high-frequency trading
• Agile Development: Engage in full lifecycle software engineering (Java) within an Agile environment, leveraging big data technologies to power real-time trading applications
• Award-Winning Workplace: Recently recognized as a Best Place to Work, reflecting a strong commitment to employee satisfaction, career development, and a collaborative culture
• Expertise in building high-performance systems using Java
• Proven track record in low-latency front office trading system development
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture
• Skilled in API design and integration with messaging systems
• Knowledge of Aeron preferred.
• Knowledge of Cloud AWS technology preferred
• Strong collaboration and communication skills