About the Role
We are looking for an Exceptional Software Engineer to join our technology team, focused on building and optimizing high-performance trading and infrastructure systems. In this role, you will collaborate closely with traders and infrastructure specialists to develop robust, scalable, and innovative solutions that directly impact our firm's trading operations.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and optimize high-performance trading and infrastructure systems.
- Collaborate closely with traders and infrastructure teams to deliver solutions supporting quantitative trading strategies.
- Develop robust, scalable software components to manage market data feeds, order execution, and risk management processes.
- Ensure system reliability through automated testing, code reviews, and continuous integration and deployment practices.
- Monitor and improve system performance, latency, and throughput in a fast-paced trading environment.
- Investigate and resolve complex technical issues in production systems swiftly and accurately.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of software systems and processes to facilitate knowledge sharing and system support.
- Participate in regular code reviews and adhere to established coding standards and best practices.
- Contribute to continuous innovation through researching new technologies and tools to enhance the trading platform.
- Mentor and support junior engineers.
Requirements
- BS/BE in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline
- 2 to 5 years of hands-on software development experience, preferably in Java or Python
- Proven experience delivering and maintaining production-level systems
- Strong understanding of APIs, database design, and system architecture
- Excellent programming fundamentals
- Ability to lead discussions, make sound architectural decisions, and deliver results
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Resilient, self-driven and aligned with Cobblestone's values
Skills
- Java
- Python
- APIs
- Database design
- System architecture
Location
- Dubai, UAE
Work Type
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Onsite
Experience Level
- 2 to 5 years
Education Level
- BS/BE in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline
Salary/Compensations
- $80,000 - $120,000 per annum
- performance-based bonus
- 0% tax environment
- employee share scheme
Benefits
- 30 Calendar Days Annual Leave
- Public Holidays as declared by UAE Government
- Comprehensive Private Health Insurance (IPD, OPD & Dental)
- Residency Visa Sponsorship
- Relocation Support
- End of Service Gratuity as per UAE Labour Law
- Competitive remuneration with rapid progression
- Leadership opportunities on impactful technical initiatives
- Participation in the employee share scheme
- International relocation support
- Exposure to the commercial side of the business
- A highly collaborative and open working culture
About the Company
- Cobblestone Energy is an energy trading company specialising in the European Gas, Power and Emissions markets.
- Established in 2018, we combine deep analytics, advanced data science and agile technology to drive profitable trading decisions.
- Our flat organisational structure empowers every team member with autonomy and ownership.
- Our diverse global team of extraordinary talent is united by a relentless pursuit of excellence.
