Nine Mile > Careers > Software Engineer – Core Java
  • Mid Level
  • Technology
  • Sydney

Software Engineer – Core Java

Nine Mile is an electronic principal trading firm focused on market-making and arbitrage opportunities globally. Technology is at the forefront of our business, powering Nine Mile’s unified global trading platform and the micro-decisions required for our successful trading. Nine Mile’s scale and efficiency allow us to be nimble, responding quickly to market opportunities and regulatory changes, whilst ensuring that we operate under a robust operational risk management framework.

At our heart, it’s our people that power Nine Mile, its strategy, technology, and relationships. We are proud to have a team of highly motivated, intelligent individuals who strive to solve complex problems through creative, sophisticated technology, in an open, meritocratic environment.

The Role: 

As a Nine Mile Software Engineer – Core Java, you will have the opportunity to work at the heart of our trading systems. Responsibilities of this role will include:

  • Deliver focused improvements to the operational robustness and profitability of the trading platform
  • Contribute to mission-critical projects encompassing everything from trading, pricing, positions
    and risk, through to analytics and market connectivity
  • Work flexibly with a focus on real time issues as well as long term projects
  •  Performance tuning, maximizing throughput and minimizing latency
  • Ongoing consultation with the trading team to understand how technology can best satisfy
    their needs

What you will bring: 

  • Core Java focus
  • Development in either C++ or C#
  • A scripting language, preferably python
  • Experience working in High Frequency Trading firm
  • Experience working in both Windows and Linux Environments
  • Understanding of network protocols
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • A genuine interest in financial markets
  • Strong academic record in a computer science degree

The Culture: 

At Nine Mile, we operate in a highly competitive and dynamic environment. Our company’s success depends upon not just our vision, our technology, or our strategies, but the people who carry out the vision and build the strategies day in and day out – our team.

We go out of our way to foster a culture that allows our employees to thrive and grow. A culture that rewards open interaction, problem solving, creativity and teamwork – one that beleives helping others can be just as important as individual accomplishment.

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Curious about our recruitment process?

At Nine Mile we use a staged process for bringing new team members on board.

Once you’ve applied, we will reach out to speak with you, conduct an assessment if the role you’re applying for requires specific technical skills and conclude the process with a final interview.

If you have any questions along the way, let us know at careers@nmftrading.com.

1. Application

Complete the application form through the listing on the website.

2. Interview

Talk with us about the role and your experience.

3. Assessment

Depending on the role, SHL and a technical assessment may be required.

4. Final Interview

We look forward to welcoming you to our team.