Nomura
Nomura
Nomura is a global financial services group serving a broad range of clients through investment banking, asset management, and retail brokerage. The company combines international reach with deep expertise in Asian markets, delivering financial solutions designed to help clients make informed decisions and respond to changing market conditions.

Senior Front Office Java Developer at Nomura

Join Nomura as a senior Java developer building low-latency infrastructure for electronic trading. Connect trading systems with exchanges, execution venues, and algorithmic platforms across a global financial services business.

Description

  • Develop and support high-performance, low-latency Java applications for systematic trading, spanning order management, execution algorithms, risk management, and pricing.
  • Lead the complete software lifecycle, from requirements analysis and technical design through coding, testing, deployment, and production support.
  • Apply advanced multithreading, asynchronous and event-driven techniques, and performance optimization to high-throughput trading systems.
  • Create and maintain Linux-based connections to external trading systems, exchanges, and execution venues through FIX, messaging middleware, and market data feeds.
  • Partner with traders, quants, and risk managers to turn trading needs into reliable, scalable software solutions.
  • Help implement custom trading signals and strategies.
  • Maintain engineering quality through thorough testing, peer reviews, and established software development practices.

Requirements

  • Three to seven years of experience developing trading systems, electronic trading platforms, or financial technology applications in front-office environments.
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering, or a related technical discipline, supported by a strong academic record.
  • Expert Java programming ability, including deep familiarity with modern Java versions; Java 17 or later is preferred.
  • Advanced knowledge of multithreading, concurrent programming, and thread safety.
  • Strong command of asynchronous and event-driven programming and performance optimization.
  • Solid understanding of object-oriented design, design patterns, data structures, and software architecture.
  • Experience with system architecture, messaging patterns, and distributed systems.
  • Working knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases.
  • Strong Linux and Unix skills.
  • Experience connecting external APIs, third-party trading systems, and market connectivity platforms.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative trading environment.
  • Strong ethical judgment when working with sensitive trading systems and data.
  • Applicants for this Finance Division position at NHA must already be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
  • Preferred: experience with FIX and electronic trading connectivity standards.
  • Preferred: proficiency in Python, C++, or C#, with experience in kdb/q or time-series databases.
  • Preferred: knowledge of cloud platforms, messaging middleware, and DevOps practices.
  • Preferred: understanding of equity market microstructure, trading workflows, and regulatory frameworks including MiFID II and Reg NMS.
  • Preferred: familiarity with statistical analysis and machine learning applied to trading.
  • Preferred: experience with Agile or Scrum and strong technical documentation skills.

Benefits

  • Sign-on bonus.
  • Restricted stock units.
  • Discretionary awards.
  • Medical benefits.
  • Financial benefits.
  • Additional benefits.
  • Eligibility for a 401(k).
  • Paid vacation.
  • Paid sick leave.
  • Paid parental leave.

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