Senior Software Engineer - Electronic Trading Shared Services

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OverviewWe are part of the engineering organization that powers Bloomberg’s global Electronic Trading platforms across Fixed Income, Foreign Exchange, Equities, and Derivatives. Our systems process millions of trades daily, providing clients with real-time insights, regulatory transparency, and post-trade analytics through scalable, reliable, and high-performance applications.Location: LondonBusiness Area: Engineering and CTODescription & Requirements We are part of the engineering organization that powers Bloomberg’s global Electronic Trading platforms across Fixed Income, Foreign Exchange, Equities, and Derivatives. Our systems process millions of trades daily, providing clients with real-time insights, regulatory transparency, and post-trade analytics through scalable, reliable, and high-performance applications. We operate at the intersection of scale, performance, and reliability. As engineers, we design full-stack, distributed systems that handle high-volume, low-latency workflows while meeting the resiliency needs of global markets. Our work powers Bloomberg Terminal client applications that directly impact users worldwide, providing the shared foundation that enables Bloomberg’s Electronic Trading platforms to evolve and scale efficiently. What’s In It For YouYou’ll join a highly collaborative team that designs and delivers foundational services used across Bloomberg’s Electronic Trading ecosystem. You’ll have the opportunity to:Build high-performance distributed systems that serve multiple trading workflows and productsDesign common frameworks and APIs that unify data exchange across applications and servicesDrive initiatives that enhance scalability, resilience, and observability across the platformPartner with engineering and product teams across asset classes to deliver shared solutions that power new trading capabilitiesGain a deeper understanding of how global financial markets operate by working closely with product managers and clients You’ll need to haveDemonstrated enterprise experience developing software in C++ and PythonA degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent practical experienceStrong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principlesExperience designing and maintaining distributed, fault-tolerant systemsFamiliarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and agile development practicesThe ability to collaborate across teams and influence technical direction in a large engineering organizationA strong sense of ownership and commitment to delivering reliable, maintainable, and scalable solutions We’d love to seeProficiency with modern C++ (C++17 or later) in Linux environmentsExperience with streaming or messaging technologies, e.g., KafkaKnowledge of service-oriented or microservices architecturesInterest in performance optimization, reliability engineering, and observabilityCuriosity about financial markets and how technology drives trade automation and transparency If indicated, please note that years of experience are a guide; we will consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills necessary for the role.Discover what makes Bloomberg unique - watch our for an inside look at our culture, values, and the people behind our success. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Location:
Greater London
Job Type:
FullTime

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