Senior Software Engineer (Java Developer)

About the role

M-DAQ Global, a fintech group specialising in foreign exchange (FX) and payment solutions, is expanding its team of software engineers and is looking for energetic and creative Java developers to join a multinational team building a game-changing platform. The role sits within a dynamic, agile and collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities

• Develop new features and applications, and maintain and enhance the platform
• Understand the architecture and design of the M-DAQ FX Platform deeply enough to deliver high-quality features autonomously
• Collaborate with engineers, product managers and designers to build great applications
• Develop and implement tests to ensure quality, performance and scalability
• Take ownership of the platform end to end architecturally
• Proactively identify problems and lead their resolution
• Improve engineering standards, tooling and processes

Required profile

• Extensive knowledge of the internal workings of the JVM, with a passion for low-latency, high-performance systems
• 6 to 8 years of relevant experience
• Good core Java knowledge, including threading, garbage collection, deployment, troubleshooting and Maven
• Experience in architecture and design
• Knowledge of lock-free and concurrent systems, and of high-frequency, low-latency and scalable, highly available systems

Required skills

• Good working knowledge of the FIX protocol (preferably in FX)
• Knowledge of Python or another scripting language (bonus)
• Working knowledge of a browser-rich client framework such as React.js or Angular.js
• Knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, UDP, NIO) highly desired; financial background in FX is a bonus

What we offer

• A flexible hybrid work environment
• Competitive remuneration package and employee benefits
• Exposure to cross-border payments, FX solutions and global fintech innovation