Senior Pricing and Risk Developer

CMC MarketsLondon, United Kingdomlast year

Responsibilities

Expert Level Java Development: You will apply your in-depth knowledge of the Java programming language (21+) to implement world class trading and pricing systems.
Collaborative Development: Design and develop innovative pricing and risk components for our market-making operations, impacting a wide array of asset classes.
Cross-Functional: Partner with financial engineering, quant teams, and other key business groups to ensure seamless product delivery and support.
Hands-On Problem Solving: Work closely with Front Office users and Business Operations to quickly troubleshoot and resolve issues, minimizing downtime and keeping the business running smoothly.
Continuous Learning: Stay ahead of the curve with access to the latest training in regulatory and legislative areas to ensure you're always on top of your game.
Impactful Mentorship: Provide mentorship and guidance to junior developers, shaping the future talent within our Pricing and Risk group.
Innovation with a Purpose: Create custom maintenance and reporting tools that drive efficiency and improve decision-making across the firm.

Requirements

Strong Java development experience within financial systems, ideally in pricing or risk-related applications.
Not just a coder, but someone who also focuses on applying best practices, design patterns and principles to develop scalable, maintainable and high-quality code.
Someone who enjoys maths/logic problems and challenges.
Knows or willingness to learn Python for analysing and building various quants/mathematical models.
Experience across one or more asset classes such as Equities, FX, Commodities, and Derivatives.
Familiarity with Front Office trading systems and a deep understanding of market-making environments.
Ability to quickly respond to critical issues in a fast-paced trading environment.
Experience mentoring and guiding junior team members.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with stakeholders.
Minimum 2:1 degree in a numerate subject such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or equivalent.

FAQ

Is the Senior Pricing and Risk Developer position at CMC Markets remote?: Yes. This role was posted on Remote Frontend Jobs, a job board that lists exclusively fully remote positions.
When was this Senior Pricing and Risk Developer job posted?: This listing was posted on July 29, 2025 and is still open for applications.
How do I apply for the Senior Pricing and Risk Developer position at CMC Markets?: Use the apply button on this page — it takes you directly to the employer’s application page.