Senior Core Java Developer - Trading

Location: Australia - Sydney - New South Wales

Nasdaq is looking for a passionate Senior Core Java Developer – Trading with a focus on software development and production support, to join the trading product team in Sydney. This is a newly created role to support Nasdaq's trading product 24x7 operation. Nasdaq is a leading global provider of trading, clearing, exchange technology, listing, information, and public company services — with technology powering more than 100 marketplaces in 50 countries.

You'll thrive in this position if you're detail-oriented, technically strong, and motivated by working in a fast-paced environment where your contributions have real global impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver software solutions for Nasdaq's trading products, from requirements through to release.
• Provide technical support and application development services for key product initiatives.
• Support 24x7 trading operations, including system monitoring, network analysis, and data warehouse review.
• Maintain code quality, structure, and contribute to CI/CD automation practices.
• Collaborate with global teams across time zones to ensure smooth delivery and operational continuity.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of experience in software engineering using Java, with proficiency in Maven and Git.
• Working knowledge of Linux operating system and shell scripting.
• Experience building and deploying containers.
• Comfortable collaborating across global teams, with flexibility to occasionally join calls outside standard working hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with financial exchange protocols such as FIX, ITCH, or OUCH.
• Exposure to trading systems or financial markets technology.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
• This is a permanent, full-time position based in Sydney, Australia, operating in a hybrid work model. Candidates must hold Australian citizenship or permanent residency to be eligible to apply.

Benefits & Rewards

• We offer a competitive, well-rounded rewards package designed to support the financial, physical, and emotional well-being of our employees and their families (where applicable).
• We utilize a structured job architecture and career framework to ensure growth opportunities are transparent, fair, and accessible to all employees.
• For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career Page.
• Come as You Are
• Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.
• We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated.
• We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.