Ready to build the engine behind the trades?

We're on the hunt for a Front Arena Application Developer who thrives in fast-paced trading environments and loves turning complex financial requirements into powerful, scalable solutions.

If you enjoy working close to the action-where technology meets trading-this role is for you.

What You Bring

• 5 to 8 + years of FIS Front Arena development experience
• Experience working in financial markets / trading environments
• Strong skills in integration and application development

Your Tech Toolbox

• Front Arena languages: ADFL, ACM, AEL, ASQL + Python
• Strong understanding of ADS, ATS & AMB Service Bus
• Knowledge of financial instruments:
  FX | Money Markets | Fixed Income | Derivatives
• Solid experience integrating systems in trading environments
• Sharp problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet
• Great communication-you can speak both "tech" and "business"

⭐ Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience with custom model integration
• Exposure to other trading platforms
• Microsoft SQL Server knowledge
• Deeper understanding of derivatives and capital market

What You'll Be Doing

• Keep critical Front Arena applications running smoothly and efficiently
• Design and build custom solutions that power trading, risk, and reporting
• Create reports, batch jobs, workflows, and integrations that actually make a difference
• Connect systems with market data providers and downstream platforms
• Play a key role in upgrades, migrations, and new implementations
• Fine-tune performance and automate processes like a pro
• Work closely with traders and business teams to bring ideas to life

Reference Number for this position is GZ61250 which is a 12/contract REMOTE position offering a contract rate of R800 per hour negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Garth on ga••••@••••••.za or call him on011 •••••• 33 to discuss this and other opportunities.

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