Low Latency Electronic Trading SWE - Java

Citi's Equities Technology organization is seeking a **Software Engineer** to join the **Equities Electronic - Execution (Electronic Trading)** technology team. The person in this role will be responsible for the design, development, and delivery of Citi's next-generation low-latency execution platform. This platform encompasses critical components including Algorithmic Trading, Smart Order Routing (SOR), Dark Pool & Internalization engines, Low latency Client & Exchange Connectivity, and high-throughput market data processing.  The senior engineer will collaborate with a cross-functional team of developers and work closely with product development, quantitative research, technology infrastructure, production support and QA teams. Close alignment with the global strategy and cross-regional delivery is a key aspect of this role.  **Responsibilities** * **Core Development:** Design, development and maintenance of high-performance, low-latency electronic execution systems  * **Product Collaboration:** Partner with traders, quant researchers, and clients to understand their needs and translate them into innovative product features and enhancements — including execution performance improvements, new liquidity sources, and DMA capabilities.  * **Testing:** Continuously improve and maintain testing frameworks, development tools, and environments to ensure platform reliability and performance at scale.  * **AI-Powered SDLC:** Leverage Citi's suite of AI-powered development tools throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to enhance productivity, code quality, and innovation.  * **Agile & CI/CD:** Contribute to and champion Agile development practices and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) processes with a focus on shift-left testing and accelerated release cycles.  * **Platform Support & Enhancement:** Build and maintain common solutions for trading platform monitoring, trade reconciliation, application recovery, and other essential support functions.  **Qualifications** * Minimum **7 years of experience** with strong technical knowledge and expertise in Low latency **Java, C++ or Rust**.  * Prior experience in developing **electronic trading platforms** in a global financial institution or equivalent environment.  * Strong understanding of **automated testing techniques** and quality engineering practices.  * Solid understanding of **Agile methodologies** and **Continuous Integration** processes.  * Familiarity with **low-latency system design**, including performance optimization, concurrency, and high-throughput architecture.  * Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, set goals, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, globally distributed environment.  * Excellent communication skills with a demonstrable ability to present and grasp complex concepts in a multicultural, cross-regional environment.  * Knowledge of regional exchange microstructure and regulatory regimes.  * Prior experience in managing small teams is a plus.  **Education** * Bachelor's degree / University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.  #LI-Hybrid \------------------------------------------------------ **Job Family Group:** --------------------- Technology \------------------------------------------------------ **Job Family:** --------------- Applications Development \------------------------------------------------------ **Time Type:** -------------- Full time \------------------------------------------------------ **Most Relevant Skills** ------------------------ Please see the requirements listed above. \------------------------------------------------------ **Other Relevant Skills** ------------------------- For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. \------------------------------------------------------ _Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law._ _If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review_ _[Accessibility at Citi](https://www.citigroup.com/citi/accessibility/application-accessibility.htm)._ _View Citi’s [EEO Policy Statement](https://www.citigroup.com/global/eeo-aa-policy) and the [Know Your Rights](https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) poster._