Principal/Lead Front-End Software Engineer

Company: Miller Maxwell Ltd
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Location: London
Job Description:

Principal/Lead Front-End Software Engineer – Real-Time Financial Trading UI Development

Miller Maxwell is partnering with a top-tier financial trading organization to identify a skilled Principal/Lead Front-End Software Engineer for their dynamic trading floor team. This role is pivotal in designing and developing high-performance, real-time trading UIs for the equities and derivatives markets.

As the technical lead for front-end development, you will collaborate with traders, quants, and back-end engineers to craft intuitive, responsive interfaces that empower users with seamless access to real-time data. This opportunity is ideal for someone experienced in financial trading environments who thrives in a high-stakes, fast-paced setting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Architect, develop, and maintain responsive and high-performance trading UIs for real-time market analysis and trade execution.
  • Lead the front-end team, setting standards in code quality, best practices, and innovation.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams on the trading floor to translate complex requirements into effective, user-friendly interfaces.
  • Optimize front-end performance for real-time data processing and visualization.

Technical Requirements:

  • Front-End: Expertise in React and TypeScript for creating robust, scalable, and responsive UIs.
  • Back-End: Proficiency in Java is preferred, with a strong understanding of integration between front-end and back-end components.
  • Architecture: Proven experience in front-end architectural design and implementation, particularly within high-performance applications.
  • Domain Expertise: Must have experience working within a financial trading environment, with a solid understanding of real time trading UI,s

Qualifications:

  • A proven track record in front-end development in real-time or financial technology applications.
  • Excellent leadership skills, with experience guiding teams and setting standards for code quality.
  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, especially within fast-paced, multidisciplinary teams.

Posted: November 12th, 2024