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Graduate Software Developer

London
£40k – £50k/yr
Posted about 12 hours ago
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We have an excellent client offering an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Software Developer to join a high-performing team building cutting-edge trading and research systems. This role is ideal for a recent graduate eager to work on real-world, high-impact applications while developing strong technical and professional skills.

You'll contribute to the development of innovative, high-performance systems used in live trading environments, gaining exposure to modern software architecture and engineering practices. Working alongside experienced developers, researchers, and traders, you'll play a key role in delivering reliable and scalable solutions.

Our client's technology stack primarily includes C#,.NET, SQL Server, and ASP.NET, and you'll receive mentorship to help you grow your expertise in these areas.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining applications using C# and.NET
  • Support the development of scalable systems for trading and research
  • Contribute to database development and optimisation (SQL Server or similar)
  • Collaborate with senior developers, researchers, and traders to deliver software solutions
  • Participate in code reviews and adopt best engineering practices
  • Help improve system performance, reliability, and automation
  • Contribute to ongoing improvements in development processes and tools

Required Skills & Experience

  • At least a 2:1 BSc in Computer Science or a related subject from Russell Group University
  • Strong foundation in programming, ideally with exposure to C# or.NET
  • Understanding of object-oriented programming principles
  • Familiarity with relational databases (SQL Server, Oracle, or similar)
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
  • Eagerness to learn and develop in a fast-paced technical setting

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Desirable Skills

  • Knowledge of multi-threading or concurrent programming concepts
  • Basic understanding of networking (TCP/UDP)
  • Familiarity with version control systems such as Git
  • Exposure to Windows-based development environments
  • Interest in financial markets or trading systems

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Skills

C#
.NET
SQL Server
ASP.NET
Object-Oriented Programming
Problem-Solving
Communication
Teamwork
Multi-Threading
Concurrent Programming
Networking
Version Control
Windows-Based Development
Financial Markets
Trading Systems

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

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