Java Engineer - Market Data

Java Engineer - Market Data - LSEG/RTSDK Migration Permanent London - Hybrid 3 days per week Salary - £85K - £110K

We are seeking an experienced Java Engineer with strong market data and electronic trading experience to support the modernisation of a Futures algorithmic trading platform.

The role will focus on migrating from the legacy LSEG/Refinitiv RFA API to RTSDK, analysing existing market data usage, implementing application and framework changes, and ensuring trading functionality and performance remain consistent throughout the transition.

Responsibilities

• Analyse existing RFA market data usage and map functionality to RTSDK.
• Assess differences in market data fields and behaviour across relevant exchanges.
• Develop enhancements to Java applications and shared frameworks to support RTSDK.
• Support a phased migration while maintaining compatibility and system stability.
• Develop and execute automated, regression and integration testing.
• Use AI-assisted development tools to improve coding, testing and productivity.

Skills and Experience:

• Strong experience with Futures & Options market data, particularly LSEG/Refinitiv.
• Proven Java development experience within electronic trading environments.
• Good understanding of market data, exchange feeds and trading workflows.
• Experience working with complex existing codebases and technology migrations.
• Strong focus on performance, scalability and low-latency processing.
• Experience with TDD, automated testing and regression testing.
• Familiarity with AI-powered development tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

It would be an added advantage if you had any of the following:

• Previous RFA-to-RTSDK migration experience.
• Experience with low-latency trading and real-time market data systems.
• Knowledge of Futures market structure, exchange connectivity and market data normalisation.
• Experience developing shared frameworks or platform libraries.

Please apply for immediate interview!

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