Software Developer, 2026 Leadership Development Program, Woking at ION Group

Woking, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Internship, Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

FinTech, Financial Services, Investment BankingIndustries

Requirements

2026 graduation
2:1 or above
Bachelor’s, or Master’s, in Computer Science or related STEM disciplines, such as Data Science, or Quantitative Finance, with experience in hands-on programming required
Authorization to work in selected country without restriction or need for sponsorship
Demonstrated interest in finance and/or technology, ideally including work experience
Passion for learning

Responsibilities

Analyzing business requirements and product solutioning
Architecture and designs using the latest principles and patterns in software engineering
Coding, testing, and continuous integration of solutions using the latest and upcoming technologies
Build innovative products and solutions that reduce business process complexity, increase organizational efficiency through automation, liberate people from performing repetitive manual tasks, and help ION’s clients gain a competitive advantage
Resolve complex technical and business issues and communicate effectively to internal teams and ION clients
Automate complex business workflows and processes and make a positive impact to client businesses

Skills

Software Development

FinTech

Java

C++

Python

SQL

Agile

Leadership

ION Group

Automation technology for financial sector clients

About ION Group

ION Group specializes in automation technology tailored for the financial sector, primarily serving institutional clients like investment banks, asset managers, and brokers. The company provides advanced software solutions that enhance trading, processing, and risk management activities in global financial markets. ION's products include sophisticated software platforms and APIs that enable clients to connect seamlessly to various trading venues and exchanges, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions. Unlike many competitors, ION stands out by acquiring entrepreneurial firms, which allows it to remain agile and responsive to market changes. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks for its clients through automation and innovative technology.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters

1998Year Founded

$426.5MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

AD&D and disability insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Mental health care

401K plan

Performance bonus

Supplemental workers' compensation

Family medical leave & parental leave

PTO, paid holidays, sick days, bereavement leave, and volunteer time off

Commuter checks

Company social events

Employee assistance program

Free lunch

mobile phone discount

Risks

Complexity in consolidating trading platforms may lead to operational inefficiencies.

US Treasury market's clearing mandate could impose significant compliance costs.

Potential global tariffs by Trump administration may disrupt ION's global operations.

Differentiation

ION Group specializes in automation technology for the financial sector.

The company offers sophisticated software platforms and APIs for seamless trading.

ION Group constantly innovates to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks.

Upsides

Increased demand for automation drives innovation in AI-driven trading platforms.

The rise of DeFi creates opportunities for blockchain integration in financial services.

Growing importance of ESG criteria pushes adoption of efficient reporting tools.

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