Remote FIX API Engineer Job in UK OTS Research

Who you are

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience working with the FIX protocol in a trading environment
• Proven experience in developing and maintaining FIX-based trading systems (OMS/EMS)
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Java C++ or Python
• In-depth knowledge of the FIX protocol (versions 4.2 4.4 and 5.0)
• Expertise in low-latency and high-performance systems
• Familiarity with network protocols sockets and multi-threading
• Experience with databases (SQL/NoSQL) and message brokers (e.g. Kafka RabbitMQ)
• Knowledge of financial markets trading systems and algorithms
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to quickly grasp complex systems

Desirables

• Experience with Linux-based systems
• Knowledge of risk management and compliance in trading systems
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks

What the job involves

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of a robust low-latency FIX-based execution engine ensuring seamless integration with various trading systems (OMS/EMS) and third-party services
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure the smooth integration of the FIX engine with financial services brokers and exchanges enhancing operational efficiency
• Optimize the FIX engine for high-throughput trading operations ensuring minimal latency downtime and fast execution to meet the demands of a high-frequency trading environment
• Provide proactive support and maintenance for the FIX engine promptly troubleshooting issues to ensure system stability and reliability
• Implement rigorous testing protocols to validate the integrity and performance of the FIX engine. Oversee deployment processes ensuring smooth updates and upgrades
• Maintain detailed documentation of the FIX engine's architecture configurations and operational procedures to facilitate knowledge sharing and system management
• Partner with developers traders and business analysts to understand business requirements and deliver innovative solutions tailored to the needs of the trading business
• Develop and implement monitoring tools and provide regular reports on the performance and status of the FIX engine to key stakeholders