# Senior Software Engineer - Futures and Options Execution Services

**Company:** [Clear Street](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/clear-street)
**Location:** London, United Kingdom
**Role:** Backend Engineering
**Experience:** 8+ years
**Skills:** Java, Rust, AWS, Azure, Fix Protocol, Apache Kafka, Kubernetes, Data Structures, Algorithms, Design Patterns, Low-Latency Systems, Execution Management Systems
**Posted:** 2026-09-08

> Build and operate a high-performance futures and options execution management platform, integrating market data, exchange connectivity, risk controls, and trading workflows. Requires 8+ years of Java software engineering experience and hands-on experience with low-latency front-office trading systems.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Design and build a new execution management system (EMS) platform for listed futures and options.
- Translate product and design requirements into clean, maintainable, well-tested components.
- Collaborate with product managers, business stakeholders, traders, designers, and backend engineers.
- Resolve performance, accessibility, and usability issues across the application.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to shared component libraries and engineering standards.
- Support the operational health of features and maintain a high service-level agreement.

## Requirements
- 8+ years of professional software engineering experience using Java.
- At least 4 years working with modern technologies and a proven record operating at Senior Engineer level.
- Hands-on experience building and supporting low-latency, front-office trading systems.
- Deep understanding of execution management systems, including core functionality and workflows.
- Strong knowledge of software design patterns, data structures, and algorithms.
- Commitment to engineering quality, reliability, and high development standards.
- Focus on developer experience, tooling, performance, and maintainability.
- Collaborative, team-oriented approach.

## Technologies
- Java and/or Rust
- AWS or Azure
- FIX Protocol
- Apache Kafka
- Kubernetes

## Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Company equity
- Pension
- Gender-neutral parental leave
- Full medical and dental insurance

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