Nomura Holdings, inc.
Algo Developer - 6 to 12 month contract
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Senior Algorithmic Trader Development Role
Company Overview
Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning approximately 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura serves individuals, institutions, corporates, and governments through its three business divisions: Wealth Management, Investment Management, and Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking). Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, delivering creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further details, visit www.nomura.com.
Department Overview
The Global Execution Services (GES) technology division powers Nomura’s Wholesale IT, providing brokerage services solutions across 65+ markets worldwide. Through:
- Advanced electronic trading strategies
- Experienced high-touch trading groups
- Top-ranked commission management
- An award-winning desktop trading platform
- Unparalleled liquidity, analytics, and market access the team enables institutions to lower trading costs and improve investment performance.
Role Description
Nomura’s proprietary algorithmic trading systems address diverse client trading needs, handling significant daily order flow globally as a mission-critical system. The platform comprises:
- A global, event-driven, multi-asset strategy framework
- A library of regularly updated tactical components with robust controls
- Customizable strategies aligned with client objectives
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The role sits at the intersection of tech and trading, requiring deep expertise in high-impact systems alongside close collaboration with Quants. The ideal candidate must be an excellent technologist with a passion for cutting-edge algorithmic innovation.
Key Objectives
As a core member of the Global Execution Services algo team, the role involves:
- Design, develop, and deploy new features, enhancements, and bug fixes to the algorithmic trading platform.
- Participate in full project lifecycles, including:
- Technical analysis and design
- Data mapping and analysis
- Development and rigorous QA testing
- Provide Level 2 and 3 support for front-office applications.
- Enforce functional architecture standards and adherence to company development guidelines.
- Bridge business-development gaps by aligning on technical priorities, progress, and project execution.
- Project management support: Assist in offboarding new systems or system upgrades when necessary.
Required Skills & Experience
Essential
- Proven design and development experience in algorithmic trading systems for equity markets.
- Hands-on Java coding expertise for trading applications.
- Strong professionalism in a collaborative, multicultured environment.
- Ability to work across departments and geographies, demonstrating:
- Self-direction and initiative
- Self-management to prioritize and execute
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline (Bachelor/Master).
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Preferred
- Experience in CI/CD automation.
- Familiarity with distributed systems and messaging architectures (e.g., event-driven).
- Understanding of financial markets and key regional characteristics.
- Hands-on experience with networks (e.g., TCP/IP) and enterprise messaging.
Nomura Leadership Behaviours
Nomura’s leadership framework encourages:
- Explore Insights & Vision: Root-cause problem analysis to drive long-term solutions.
- Making Strategic Decisions: Prioritize actions with considered risk assessment.
- Inspire Entrepreneurship: Communicate ideas effectively to motivate productivity.
- Elevate Organizational Capability: Knowledge-sharing culture and proactive upskilling.
- Inclusion: Uphold DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) and create a psychologically safe environment (Challenge, Escalate & Respect).
Diversity & Inclusion
Nomura is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to:
- Zero discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, race, religion, or any characteristic protected by law.
- Reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions—please contact us if required.
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