Job title: Quant Developer - Python - Global Hedge Fund
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Sub-Industry: Asset Manager Hedge Fund
Functional Expertise: Software Engineering
Salary from: GBP £110,000.00
Salary to: GBP £140,000.00
Location: London, UK

Job Description

Quantitative Developer, London, Hybrid

Our client is currently looking for a talented and passionate Quantitative Developer to join their dynamic team. As a Quant Developer, you will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with Quant Researchers to tackle a diverse range of challenges, from implementing new trading strategies to developing cutting-edge research frameworks and quant libraries. This role offers the chance to work with a variety of technologies and contribute to the development of innovative solutions in the financial markets.

Essential Skills and Experience

  • Exceptional technical skills with expertise in Python and Linux platforms
  • Strong collaborative software engineering techniques and methods
  • Proficiency in data analysis techniques and relevant libraries (e.g., NumPy, SciPy, Pandas)
  • Relevant mathematical knowledge (e.g., statistics, asset pricing theory, optimization algorithms)
  • A degree with high mathematical and computing content from a leading university

Advantageous but strictly required

  • Experience in front-office quantitative software development
  • Familiarity with visualization technology for managing large and complex data sets
  • Machine-learning techniques and tools
  • Personal projects and open-source involvement demonstrating a passion for technology

Your Role

  • Collaborate with Researchers to implement new trading strategies and develop research frameworks
  • Utilize Python and relevant libraries for data analysis and mathematical modelling
  • Contribute to the development of innovative solutions in the financial markets
  • Engage in continuous learning and evaluation of new tools and libraries
  • Participate in regular social events and technology community engagements

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and generous holiday allowance
  • Various health and flexible benefits
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and development
  • Engaging and inclusive work environment with regular social events and team activities

If you are a passionate technologist with a keen interest in financial markets and a drive for engineering excellence, we encourage you to apply and join our client's collaborative and innovative team.

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