Hunter Bond
Senior Software Engineer – FIX protocol integration
Hunter Bond, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Senior Software Engineer – FIX protocol integration
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to contribute to the development of advanced front-office trading technology. This role is focused on building and optimizing connectivity to global exchanges, delivering tools that enable algorithmic trading, automated strategies, and high-speed order execution.
What You’ll Do
Build and maintain Python-based applications that interact with external trading platforms for pricing, order routing, and trade capture.
Engineer exchange connectivity solutions for major commodity markets (e.g., CME, ICE, NYMEX) using client SDKs.
Investigate and resolve technical issues, including production incidents, debugging code, and analyzing performance bottlenecks.
Support internal stakeholders and third-party vendors with FIX protocol integration (versions 4.2/4.4) across order flow, pricing, and post-trade processes.
Partner with traders and technology teams to gather FIX onboarding requirements and configure connectivity to meet desk-specific needs.
What You’ll Bring
7+ years of software engineering experience with a strong emphasis on Python and FIX protocol integration.
Proven track record in building and supporting FIX gateways and handling FIX onboarding.
Hands-on expertise in multithreading, memory optimization, and distributed systems design.
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across large, complex codebases.
Understanding of networking concepts such as session management and message framing.
Background in trading technology, particularly order routing; knowledge of energy or commodities markets is beneficial.
Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred) and collaborative development tools (e.g., GitLab).
If you are interested in this Senior Software Engineer FIX protocol integration position and meet the above requirements please apply immediately.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Information Technology, Engineering, and Project Management
Industries
Investment Management, Investment Banking, and Financial Services
Benefits
401(k)
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Pension plan
Child care support
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
Student loan assistance
Tuition assistance
Disability insurance
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What You’ll Do
Build and maintain Python-based applications that interact with external trading platforms for pricing, order routing, and trade capture.
Engineer exchange connectivity solutions for major commodity markets (e.g., CME, ICE, NYMEX) using client SDKs.
Investigate and resolve technical issues, including production incidents, debugging code, and analyzing performance bottlenecks.
Support internal stakeholders and third-party vendors with FIX protocol integration (versions 4.2/4.4) across order flow, pricing, and post-trade processes.
Partner with traders and technology teams to gather FIX onboarding requirements and configure connectivity to meet desk-specific needs.
What You’ll Bring
7+ years of software engineering experience with a strong emphasis on Python and FIX protocol integration.
Proven track record in building and supporting FIX gateways and handling FIX onboarding.
Hands-on expertise in multithreading, memory optimization, and distributed systems design.
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across large, complex codebases.
Understanding of networking concepts such as session management and message framing.
Background in trading technology, particularly order routing; knowledge of energy or commodities markets is beneficial.
Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred) and collaborative development tools (e.g., GitLab).
If you are interested in this Senior Software Engineer FIX protocol integration position and meet the above requirements please apply immediately.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Information Technology, Engineering, and Project Management
Industries
Investment Management, Investment Banking, and Financial Services
Benefits
401(k)
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Pension plan
Child care support
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
Student loan assistance
Tuition assistance
Disability insurance
Get notified when a new job is posted.
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