ava Development Manager (Investment Banking) - London (Hybrid)

MUST HVAE INVESTMENT BANKING EXPERINCE

A leading investment bank is looking for a technical hands-on Java Development Manager who will work very closely within the derivatives development team across EMEA. This role is will be responsible for delivering cutting-edge technology solutions that support revenue growth, regulatory compliance, and strategic trading initiatives across Derivatives Sales & Trading.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end delivery of the Front Office Derivatives Technology stack - from architecture through to deployment.
• Lead a team of 10 developers, fostering high performance, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate closely with global technology leads, Product Managers, and Front Office stakeholders to shape and deliver the strategic technology roadmap.
• Consolidate and modernise a complex distributed tech landscape into a scalable, consistent architecture aligned with global frameworks.
• Drive Agile delivery practices and oversee the implementation of high-value, high-priority software changes.
• Ensure audit readiness, compliance with regulatory standards, and smooth integration with vendor platforms.
• Oversee vendor selection, cost management, and external partnerships in line with commercial and strategic goals.

What We're Looking For

• Deep technical expertise in Java .NET, C#, Python, and familiarity with DevSecOps, CI/CD, and automated testing frameworks.
• A strong grasp of Derivatives products, market structures, and quantitative modelling.
• Experience designing and delivering enterprise-level trading solutions, with a strong understanding of IT General Controls and enterprise data governance.
• Hands-on experience working in Agile delivery environments (Scrum, Sprints, Releases).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels