Lead Java Software Engineer

🚀 Lead Java Software Developer | Sports Betting Hedge Fund Startup | London - Fully Remote_Please note: this role cannot provide sponsorship. Applicants must have existing right to work._

We're hiring a Lead Java Software Developers to join a cutting-edge sports betting hedge fund startup in London.

This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of technology, quantitative research, and systematic trading, building high-performance systems that directly impact trading outcomes. You'll collaborate closely with world-class quantitative researchers, mathematicians, trading analysts, and elite software engineers in a highly technical, fast-paced environment.

💡 What you'll be working on:

• Building external integrations with betting exchanges and data providers

• Developing scalable backend services in Java

• Supporting and enhancing systematic trading models

• Contributing to greenfield projects from day one

• Working across modern cloud and DevOps environments

✅ What we're looking for:

• 8+ years' commercial Java development experience

• Experience managing/mentoring and ambition to manage a large team.

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is a MUST have

• Experience with React, Next.js, and TypeScript

• RESTful and streaming API integration experience

• AWS and Linux knowledge

• Strong database and data structure fundamentals

• Self-starter mindset with excellent problem-solving skills

🎯 Why join?

• Greenfield engineering challenges

• Work alongside exceptional researchers and engineers

• High-impact role with significant ownership

• Fast-growing startup environment

• Outstanding career progression opportunities

If you're looking to solve complex problems, build cutting-edge trading technology, and work with some of the brightest minds in the industry, I'd love to hear from you.

📩 Apply now or send your CV for an immediate and confidential discussion.