Senior Software Engineer @ HSBC Technology Poland
1 day ago
What you need to have to succeed in this role
- Strong proficiency in either Java or Scala with proven 5+ years of experience building multi-tiered enterprise applications.
- Familiarity with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence).
- Excellent communication skills; able to perform some BA tasks.
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Ownership mentality across the full SDLC, from design to support.
- Team-oriented with experience in fast-paced technical environments.
- Understanding of trading workflows and risk/pricing systems is a plus.
- Willingness to lead and guide junior members of the team.
Nice to have
- Experience with JavaScript/React.js
- Hands on MongoDB or PostgreSQL
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Your career opportunity
As a Senior Software Engineer within HSBC’s Global Debt Markets (GDM) IT team, you will play a key role in developing and supporting the Falcon UI platform - an advanced trading and risk application framework built on HTML5 and React. This platform underpins the GDM Trader Desktop and is central to the front-office technology landscape, supporting functions such as risk management, trade booking, electronic trading, and market making.
You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, scalable solutions that enable intraday pricing workflows and risk/hedge sourcing capabilities. The role requires hands-on technical expertise, strong collaboration with global stakeholders, and a deep understanding of both functional and architectural aspects of trading systems. You will contribute to building low-latency, resilient applications that reduce maintenance overhead and support growing business volumes.
This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement are valued. You’ll be part of a team that emphasizes transparency, respect, and work-life balance, with clear strategic direction and strong managerial support.
,[Develop and enhance features using Scala and React within the Falcon stack., Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support rapid deployment cycles., Provide Level 2/3 support on a rotational basis for trading applications., Collaborate with global stakeholders including BAs, PMs, and support teams., Build scalable, low-latency systems to support increasing trading volumes., Ensure technical compatibility and user satisfaction across trading desks., Maintain compliance with internal controls and external regulations., Stay current with business practices and system capabilities., ] Requirements: Java, Scala, Atlassian, Jira, Confluence, SDLC, Communication skills, JavaScript, React, MongoDB, PostgreSQL Additionally: Training budget, Private healthcare, Flat structure, International projects, Multisport card, Monthly remote work subsidy, Psychological support, Conferences, PPK option, Annual performance based bonus, Integration budget, International environment, Small teams, Employee referral bonus, Mentoring, Workstation reimbursement, Company share purchase plan, Childcare support programme, Bike parking, Playroom, Shower, Canteen, Free coffee, Free beverages, Free parking, In-house trainings, In-house hack days, No dress code, Modern office, Knowledge sharing, Garden, Massage chairs, Kitchen.-
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