FIS Front Arena App Developer

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 az.oc.egrem-e@zhtrag>b<>b/< or call him on 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.

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Posted on 13 Apr 11:41, Closing date 12 Jun