OMS Developer

As an engineer within the AHL OMS team you’ll be building the Order Management System underpinning the systematic investment process for AHL. This is an opportunity to work closely with our trading desk, quant strategy teams, and operations to deliver an Order Management System which is flexible, robust, and performant to safely trade millions of orders annually and enable the development of new investment strategies. You’ll have direct exposure to a wide set of asset classes covering both listed and OTC markets, building deep understanding in how they’re executed and booked.The TeamWe are a small team within our Markets Platform Engineering group, with the OMS sitting between AHL strategies and our execution systems which act as the interface to the market. We’re in the core position of the investment process and interact with many other parts of the firm, providing a unique opportunity to build comprehensive knowledge across the trading lifecycle. It’s a particularly exciting time to join as we’re currently investing heavily, evaluating our stack to increase both its performance and agility in onboarding new flows to support AHL’s future growth.Our TechnologyOur systems run on Linux via containers, with most systems built using Java. We use Git for source control, Jenkins for continuous integration, Grafana + Prometheus for metrics collection, Docker for containerisation, Ansible for architecture automation, and Slack for internal communication. That said, our technology is never static: we constantly evaluate new tools and libraries.Working HereMan Tech has a small company, no-attitude feel. It is flat structured, open, transparent and collaborative, and you will have plenty of opportunity to grow and have enormous impact on what we do. We are actively engaged with the broader technology community.We host and sponsor London’s PyData and Machine Learning MeetupsWe regularly talk at leading industry conferences, and tweet about relevant technology and how we’re using it. See @ManQuantTech We’re fortunate enough to have a fantastic open-plan office overlooking the River Thames, and continually strive to make our environment a great place in which to work. We offer flexible working, competitive compensation, a generous holiday allowance, health and other benefits. We are also committed to continuous learning and development via coaching, mentoring, conference attendance and sponsoring academic and professional qualifications.Technology and Business SkillsWe strive to hire the brightest, best and most passionate technologists.You’ll be an expert software developer, ideally with an understanding of financial markets and relevant trading experience. You’ll join a driven team with broad responsibility, so great communication skills and an ability to work as part of a team are a must.Expert proficiency in Java.Great communication skills coupled with the ability to work closely with both technical and non-technical colleagues.A proponent of strong software engineering techniques and agile methods: continuous integration, code review, unit testing, refactoring and related approaches.Proficient working with Linux.AdvantageousAn excellent understanding of financial markets and instruments.Experience with FIX.Python knowledge.Experience of front office software and/or trading systems development e.g. in a hedge fund or investment bank.Expertise in building distributed systems with service-based or event-driven architectures, and concurrent processing.Experience of web-based development (TypeScript).Relevant mathematical knowledge e.g. statistics, asset pricing, time-series analysis optimisation algorithms.Personal AttributesStrong academic record and a degree with high mathematical and computing content e.g. Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or Physics from a leading universityCraftsman-like approach to building software; takes pride in engineering excellence and instils these values in othersDemonstrable passion for technology e.g. personal projects, open-source involvementIntellectually robust with an analytic approach to problem solvingSelf-organised with the ability to effectively manage time across multiple projects and with competing business demands and prioritiesFocused on delivering value to the business with relentless efforts to improve processStrong interpersonal skills; able to establish and maintain a close working relationship with quantitative researchers, traders and senior business people alikeConfident communicator; able to argue a point concisely and deal positively with conflicting views.Work-Life Balance and Benefits at ManMan Group is proud to provide the best working environment possible for all of its employees, and we are committed to equality of opportunity. At Man Group we believe that a diverse workforce is a critical factor in the success of our business, and this is embedded in our culture and values. We run a number of external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes that help us to attract and develop talent from diverse backgrounds and encourage diversity and inclusion across our firm and industry.
. Man Group is also a Signatory of the Women in Finance Charter.Man Group supports many charities, and global initiatives. We support professional training and development, and requests for flexible or part-time working. Employees are also offered two 'Mankind' days of paid leave per year as part of the Man Charitable Trust's community volunteering programme.We offer comprehensive, firm-wide employee benefits including competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Additional benefits are tailored to local markets and may include private medical coverage, discounted gym membership and wellbeing programmes.Man Group is a global, technology-empowered active investment management firm focused on delivering alpha and portfolio solutions for clients. Headquartered in London, we manage $161.2 billion* and operate across multiple offices globally.We invest across a diverse range of strategies and asset classes, with a mix of long only and alternative strategies run on a discretionary and quantitative basis, across liquid and private markets. Our investment teams work within Man Group’s single operating platform, enabling them to invest with a high degree of empowerment while benefiting from the collaboration, strength and resources of the entire firm. Our platform is underpinned by advanced technology, supporting our investment teams at every stage of their process, including alpha generation, portfolio management, trade execution and risk management.Our clients and the millions of retirees and savers they represent are at the heart of everything we do. We form deep and long-lasting relationships and create tailored solutions to help meet their unique needs.We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where difference is celebrated and everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive, as well as giving back and contributing positively to our communities. For more information about Man Group’s global charitable efforts, and our diversity and inclusion initiatives, please visit:
Man Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker EMG.LN and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. Further information can be found at www.man.com * As at 30 September 2023. All investment management and advisory services are offered through the investment engines of Man AHL, Man Numeric, Man GLG, Man FRM, Man Varagon, Man Global Private Markets and Man Solutions.
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