Senior Software Engineer
2 days ago
London
Senior Software Engineers TypeScript / Node.js / SQL / Kafka / GraphQL Central London | Equities Trading Business | No finance experience required. Miller Maxwell is assisting a leading equities trading business in expanding their core software engineering team. Based in their central London headquarters, the successful Senior Software Engineers will play a key role in the design and development of their high-performance trading platform, which supports the execution and analysis of equity trades. Key Responsibilities for the Senior Software Engineer: • Architect, design, and implement scalable backend services using TypeScript and Node.js., • Develop and optimize SQL queries and database schemas for high-volume data processing., • Integrate and manage Kafka for real-time data streaming and event-driven architecture., • Build and maintain GraphQL APIs to support internal and external applications., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including frontend developers, product managers, and QA engineers., • Contribute to code reviews, technical discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives. Requirements for the Senior Software Engineer: • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related STEM field., • Minimum 5 years of commercial experience in backend development., • Strong proficiency in TypeScript and Node.js., • Solid experience with SQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL)., • Hands-on experience with Kafka or similar messaging systems., • Experience designing and implementing GraphQL APIs., • Familiarity with testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines., • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset. What The Client Offer: • Be part of a high-impact team building cutting-edge financial technology., • Clear career progression and investment in your professional development., • Bonus up to 20%, • Pension scheme, • Life insurance, • Private medical insurance, • 25 days holiday If you're passionate about backend engineering and want to work on a platform that powers global equities trading, apply now and be part of something extraordinary!