Software Engineer

Job Summary

SGX is seeking experienced Software Engineers to join our core engineering team responsible for the design and delivery of a high-performance, secure, and scalable OTC derivatives platform. This role offers significant ownership, technical autonomy, and the opportunity to shape engineering practices across the organization.

Applicants should be comfortable with accepting a 24-month direct contract role with SGX.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and implement distributed systems and robust APIs using Java.
• Integrate and optimize messaging systems (e.g. Kafka), orchestration tools (e.g. Kubernetes), and high-performance communication protocols (e.g. Aeron, gRPC, Protobuf).
• Lead the full software development lifecycle, including architecture, implementation, deployment, and monitoring.
• Develop comprehensive test coverage across unit, integration, and end-to-end layers.
• Define and maintain efficient CI/CD pipelines and scalable engineering workflows.
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes through automation and best practices.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, operations, and business teams to address complex challenges.
• Leverage AI tools to enhance development productivity and software quality.

Job Requirements

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate a strong engineering mindset, technical depth, and a commitment to excellence. Ideal candidates will possess:

• At least 3 years of software engineering experience.
• Proficiency in Java and backend system architecture.
• Experience in designing distributed systems, APIs, and inter-service messaging.
• Familiarity with containerization, infrastructure orchestration, and performance-sensitive protocols.
• Knowledge of the FIX protocol is advantageous.
• Strong focus on code quality, testing, and observability.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD and automation tools.
• A proactive, process-oriented approach to software development.
• Ability to navigate complex systems within regulated environments.
• Interest in applying AI tools to improve engineering outcomes.
• Front-end development experience is a plus.