Senior Java Full-Stack Developer - FX Trading Platform

About the role

DXC Luxoft is hiring a Senior Java Full-Stack developer in London to work on FX Cobra, a strategic, cloud-native FX Order Management System that modernizes electronic FX trading and replaces legacy order-management functionality. The platform manages the end-to-end lifecycle of resting orders (call, limit, take-profit, stop-loss and barrier orders) and uses event-driven microservices, Kafka, CQRS, Kubernetes and automated CI/CD.

Key responsibilities

• Design and deliver full-stack features for the FX trading platform.
• Build reactive backend services with Kotlin or Java, Spring Boot, Project Reactor and Apache Kafka.
• Develop REST and WebSocket APIs for real-time trading workflows and data streaming.
• Create responsive, performance-focused user interfaces with TypeScript and React.
• Deploy applications to Azure and Kubernetes and troubleshoot issues using platform monitoring and logs.
• Own features from requirements breakdown through production release.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical improvements.

Required profile

• Strong server-side development experience with Kotlin or Java.
• Proven ability to design and implement REST and WebSocket APIs.
• Excellent English communication and the ability to work independently.
• Nice to have: experience with high-volume or business-critical financial systems, FX, electronic trading or order management systems, and observability with Prometheus, Grafana, centralized logging and alerting.

Required skills

• Hands-on knowledge of Spring Boot, Project Reactor and reactive programming.
• Experience with Apache Kafka and event-driven architectures.
• Front-end development with TypeScript and React.
• Practical experience with Azure and Kubernetes.
• Automated end-to-end testing with Playwright.
• Proficiency with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot.