UI Developer (React/NodeJS)

Who you are

You have 5+ years of experience in web development, with a strong focus on creating intuitive user interfaces. Your expertise includes web client languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS, which you have used to build responsive and engaging applications. You are familiar with web client frameworks like React and Angular, and you understand remote API design and architecture, including REST and WebSockets. Your experience with source code management tools like Git enhances your collaborative efforts in team projects. Additionally, you have worked with databases such as MySQL, allowing you to manage data effectively in your applications.

You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with traders and other developers to gather requirements and implement real-time trading, visualization, analysis, and reporting tools. Your passion for designing great user interfaces drives you to create solutions that not only meet user needs but also enhance the overall user experience. You are adaptable and open to opportunities that may involve backend development, showcasing your versatility as a software engineer.

What you'll do

As a Senior UI Developer at Virtu Financial, you will be an integral part of the UI development team, responsible for building the next generation of scalable web-based UIs and trading tools. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including traders and developers, to understand their needs and translate them into functional and visually appealing applications. Your role will primarily focus on the frontend stack, where you will leverage your expertise in JavaScript and React to create dynamic user interfaces that facilitate efficient trading.

You will also have the opportunity to work on backend components, allowing you to expand your skill set and contribute to the overall architecture of the applications. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing user interfaces that are not only functional but also enhance the user experience through intuitive design. You will participate in code reviews, ensuring that best practices are followed and that the codebase remains maintainable and scalable.

In addition to development tasks, you will engage in discussions about system architecture and design, providing input on how to improve the performance and reliability of the applications. You will be expected to stay updated with the latest web technologies and trends, continuously seeking ways to enhance your skills and the team's output. Your contributions will directly impact the efficiency of trading operations at Virtu, making your role crucial to the firm's success.

What we offer

At Virtu Financial, you will be part of a leading financial firm that values innovation and technology. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued, and you will have the chance to make a significant impact in the financial markets. Join us and be part of a team that is dedicated to delivering cutting-edge trading solutions to our clients.