KDB Developer

Please note that we will only be able to accept candidates who have the appropriate rights and documentation for employment in India. 

Who we are. 

Axi is a leading global provider of margin and deliverable Foreign Exchange, Contracts for Difference (CFDs), and Financial Spread betting. Our business has evolved into a world-class, multifaceted brokerage with offices in six regions. With heavy investment in the latest trading technology, Axi seeks to offer the most comprehensive end-to-end trading experience available, servicing traders of all levels from beginners to institutional-level clients. 

Let's talk about the cool stuff you do at Axi! 

The role will develop and enhance our analytics and reporting tools and will be involved in all phases of our software development lifecycle including requirements gathering, analysis, design, construction, deployment, and maintenance. The KDB developer will research, coordinate and resolve production support issues by interacting closely with product owners and the business.

Your EDGE Assignment/You Will

• Building modules and new functionalities in kdb/q and python.
• Building post-trade, real-time analytics, and reports.
• Building tools for monitoring of performance.
• Assisting in gathering and clarifying technical requirements by working closely with product owners and business analysts.
• Writing clean, well-documented, and tested code, following team development practices.
• Supporting the investigation and resolution of production issues, escalating where necessary.
• Participating in code reviews and design discussions to learn best practices and improve coding skills.
• Maintaining documentation for developed features, defect resolution, and support activities.
• Communicating progress, risks, and blockers proactively to team leads or project managers.
• Actively seeking feedback to improve technical skills and understanding of system architecture.
• Contributing to a collaborative team environment by sharing learnings and supporting peers when possible.

Are you the one? 

• Strong hands on experience with kdb+/q with at least 2+ years of recent experience.
• Must be familiar with kdb+/q tick architecture and have understanding of kdb+ technology ecosystem.
• Development experience in Trading, knowledge of market data, trade data.
• Good working knowledge of Windows and Linux environments and scripting languages.
• Experience with agile methodology and tools such as Git, Jira, CI.
• C++ and Python programming knowledge is a plus.

Axi's bag of delights 

• Competitive and attractive compensation.
• Extensive learning opportunities, such as professional training and certifications and soft skills development.
• 18 annual leave days per year.
• 12 sick days leave per year.
• Public holidays as declared by local government.
• Maternity leave as per law.
• Health Insurance. 

Axi's interview journey 

• Talent Acquisition Interview (45 minutes)
• Hiring Manager Interview (1 hour)
• Final Interview (45 minutes) 

Please note that our organization works with recruitment agencies on a pre-approved basis only. A recruitment agency that wishes to submit candidate profiles or resumes for consideration must obtain prior written consent from our talent acquisition team. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies, and we will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Should we receive an unsolicited resume from a recruitment agency that does not have prior written consent, we will not be responsible for the payment any fees related to the recruitment of the candidate represented in the unsolicited resume.

At Axi, we prioritise creating a workplace that upholds fairness and respect for all. We encourage every individual within our community to contribute towards a culture where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is treated with the dignity they deserve. We make all employment-related decisions—whether in hiring, compensation, training, performance reviews, or termination—based on merit and without bias, ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. We consciously work to identify and overcome any unconscious biases, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee and candidate feels genuinely welcomed and valued.