Java Developer

Senior Software Engineer – Java @ BIDS Trading

Calgary, AB or New York City, NY

Job description

BIDS Trading is an institutional network and broker/dealer that provides software to help asset managers trade large blocks of liquidity. BIDS Trading operates two of the world’s largest equity block trading systems, one in the U.S. and the other in Europe.  As Senior Software Engineer, you will design and implement key components of our trading systems. You will collaborate with other technologists in Calgary and New York to identify opportunities to evolve and improve our service platform.

Responsibilities
 

• Write and re-engineer server-side Java services to add and evolve functionality.
• Implement test harnesses and automation to improve test coverage.
• Constantly challenge yourself and the team for continuous improvement.
• Engage in production troubleshooting and participate in on-call rotation for third level support.

Minimum Qualifications
 

• Deep and broad experience in software engineering: designing, implementing, and refactoring complex systems in Java.
• High level of proficiency in SQL, Linux, and Bash
• Skilled at problem-solving, both big-picture architectural and detailed technical issues.
• Understanding of design trade-offs, especially around non-functional requirements such as security, performance, maintainability, testability, and resilience.
• Experience with automated testing tools such as Junit and Jmh.
• Experience using debuggers and profilers to diagnose and fix problems.
• Proficient in bash scripting and Linux command-line tools.
• Experience using source control management systems such as Git in a continuous integration environment.
• The successful candidate will have excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and an ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively within a cross functional team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to development of trading systems.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices, common mistakes, and penetration testing approaches.
• Familiarity with building Docker images and running Docker containers.
• Experience with provisioning applications in AWS and leveraging various AWS services.

Why Cboe? 

Cboe Global Markets is a forward-thinking organization that encourages innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career advancement within a globally recognized financial institution.   

• Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievement 
• Flexible, hybrid work environment 
• Complimentary lunch, snacks and coffee in any Cboe office 
• Paid Tuition assistance and education opportunities 
• Generous charitable giving company match 
• Paid parental leave and fertility benefits 
• Short- and Long-Term Disability 
• 100% RRSP matching program with no vesting period 
• Employee Stock Purchase Program 
• Medical and Dental Insurance 
• Paid Time Off 
• Gender Affirmation Assistance Program 
• Mental Wellbeing 

About Cboe Canada 

We’re reimagining the future of the workplace by focusing on what matters most, our people.  Our journey is an inclusive one. We’re investing deeply in leadership programs and career development initiatives that ensure everyone has an equal chance to succeed. We celebrate the diversity in our communities, inside and out, and welcome new perspectives with equity, inclusion and belonging. 

We work with purpose, solving problems with ingenuity, collaboration, and a lot  of passion. We’re an engaged and excited team connecting markets across borders and embracing growth in all its forms to achieve incredible outcomes. 

Learn more about life at Cboe on our website and LinkedIn. 

Equal Employment Opportunity 

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our associates' differences, including race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age and disability 

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