ETrading Developer; Fixed Income

Company overview

Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning approximately 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions:
Wealth Management, Investment Management, and Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking). Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit

Nomura's Global Markets department provides liquidity, market insights, and execution services to clients worldwide across various asset classes, including equities, fixed income, currencies, and commodities. The team's focus on innovation and technology provides clients with access to cutting‑edge trading platforms and customized solutions. Nomura's Global Markets team specializes in market‑making, risk management, and electronic trading, with a strong global presence and reputation for exceptional service to clients.

With expertise, global reach, and commitment to innovation, Nomura's Global Markets department is well positioned to continue driving growth and success in the financial industry.

We are a Rates focused eTrading Strats team, operating globally in London, New York and Tokyo. We are responsible for the development and operation of automated trading strategies, eBooks and pricing models across client and interdealer electronic venues.

You are a confident and self‑motivating quant/strat with a solid understanding of electronic markets. You are client focused and comfortable communicating with stakeholders across the bank. You are at home developing in a small self‑organising team and value user feedback within an agile development process. You can manage expectations effectively and have a demonstrable track record of owning delivery of a high profile product to demanding business users.

You are familiar with the Fixed Income markets, both cash and derivatives, and understand the value of an intuitive, robust and reliable E‑Trading systems to a trading desk.

We are seeking an innovative and experienced eTrading Strategist to join our dynamic trading team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing electronic trading strategies across various asset classes and markets.

• Design and develop sophisticated algorithmic trading strategies using quantitative methods and statistical analysis
• Implement and optimise execution algorithms to improve trading efficiency and reduce market impact
• Analyse market microstructure and develop models to predict short‑term price movements
• Collaborate with quants, developers, and traders to translate trading ideas into production‑ready code
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of trading strategies, making real‑time adjustments as necessary
• Conduct research on new trading opportunities and market inefficiencies
• Stay current with regulatory changes and ensure compliance in all trading activities
• Develop and maintain relationships with electronic trading venues and liquidity providers
• Contribute to the firm’s overall electronic trading infrastructure and technology stack

• Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative field
• Experience in electronic trading or a similar role in financial markets
• Strong programming skills in C++, Java, or Python, with experience in low‑latency environments
• In‑depth understanding of market microstructure, order types, and exchange connectivity
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and machine learning techniques
• Experience with high‑frequency trading (HFT) and algorithmic execution strategies
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Creativity in developing novel trading strategies
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex concepts to both technical and non‑technical…