Algorithmic Trading Developer - Berenberg Bank

For our Innovation & Technology department in London we are looking to hire a:

Algorithmic Trading Engineer, full time, London

Innovation & Technology @ Berenberg

In an era where digitalisation and modern IT infrastructure is revolutionizing banking, we are shaping a technology-driven bank in which you as an IT professional will work closely with our business units. Our technology teams offer you an environment that will present you with exciting challenges - be it through the support and further development of legacy systems or the introduction of modern technologies such as AI, machine learning and highly automated trading applications.

Your Role in the team:

As part of Berenberg’s expansion in electronic trading, the algorithmic trading team is looking for a delivery-focused engineer to develop trading engines, associated strategies and real-time trading desktops. This role contributes to both algo strategy design and the build-out of high-quality, real-time systems used for trading algo orders and liquidity seeking.

What will you do?

Design and build high-quality Java engines for trading algo orders and liquidity seeking

Develop algorithmic trading engines, associated strategies and supporting desktop tooling

Contribute to algo strategy design as well as the build-out of real-time trading engines

Build real-time trading desktops using technologies including React

Develop data analytics, storage and processing capabilities

Who are we looking for?

A strong Java engineer who writes performant, well-designed real-time server code

Solid understanding of Equity market trading in Europe

Good problem-solving skills with close attention to detail

A keen interest in understanding the wider systems that form part of the trading stack

Passion for continuous improvement and creativity

A pro-active, collaborative approach when working with other Berenberg Investment Banking engineering teams

Commitment to industry and Berenberg Investment Banking engineering best practices

Experience in the equity sell-side trading industry would be desirable

Experience with Kubernetes and Docker would be desirable

Experience with React and building real-time web pages would be desirable

A good understanding of the regulatory environment relevant to the role would be beneficial

What we offer you:

Private pension plan - 10% of base salary contribution by Berenberg

Generous 30 day holiday allowance

Private Health Insurance

Life Insurance scheme

Flexible working hours

Enhanced parental leave policies

Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling sessions related to mental health, financial wellbeing and other topics

Apply online now to join our team – we look forward to receiving your application!

We are a leading European private bank, with over 430 years of experience and deep-rooted history, but we are still shaping and heavily investing in our future. Our progress and evolution are driven by our people. We encourage them to try new approaches, voice their opinions and achieve success in their own way.

We provide opportunities for them to develop their talents, explore different career paths and achieve their full potential.

We’re an ambitious, forward-looking business, backed by centuries of tradition and built on innovation. You’ll find a culture that encourages people to think independently, act entrepreneurially and challenge the status quo.

We place great importance on working on site, as we believe that being together in the office not only fosters creativity and efficiency, but also strengthens networks and builds trusting, collegial relationships. For us, this forms the foundation for productive and successful work. Together we collaborate to shape our business and fulfil our ambitious goals.

We welcome you to join us in our commitment to always do the right thing for our people, clients and our business– Our future is where you take us!

We will only accept applications submitted through our online application management system on the website.

Berenberg is an Equal Opportunities Employer and prides itself on being a modern, dynamic and internationally orientated organisation. We value the rich diversity, skills and abilities and creative potential that people from differing backgrounds and experiences bring to the workplace. Every employee plays a vital role in providing quality service to all our customers and helping to create and inclusive working environment, where everyone can realise their full potential. We’re committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates who require adjustments during our recruiting process. Please contact us directly on to discuss.