Algo Quant Developer (C++/KDB)

Vertus Partners; City Of London; On-site; GBP 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial technology firm in London is seeking a developer to build and enhance trading algorithms in C++. You will collaborate closely with traders and own the entire process from design to production, influencing strategy in a high-impact environment. Ideal candidates have strong modern C++ skills and understanding of trading systems. Competitive salary ranging from £160,000 to £180,000 annually plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong modern C++ skills essential.
• Knowledge of trading systems and market structure.
• Experience in relevant financial products is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance trading algorithms in C++.
• Collaborate with traders and senior quant team.
• Own algorithms from design to deployment.

Skills

Strong modern C++ (17/20)

Proficiency with KDB+/q

Understanding of trading systems

Experience with options, futures, ETFs, or Delta1 products

Job description

Overview

£160000 - £180000 per annum + + Benefits and Bonus

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Join a high-impact trading team where developers sit with the desk, own their algorithms and work directly with traders.

You'll be joining a small, agile team whislt being embedded with the trading desk, exposed to the intricacies of volatility and Delta1 trading and trusted to design, test, and release algorithms that directly impact P&L.

What you'll be doing

• Build and enhance trading algorithms in C++
• Collaborate daily with traders and senior quants
• Take full ownership of algos from design and testing to production
• Work on greenfield projects
• Directly influence strategy with minimal red tape

What You'll Need

• Strong modern C++ (17/20) and design pattern experience
• Proficiency with KDB+/q
• Understanding of trading systems, market structure, and risk controls
• Experience with options, futures, ETFs, or Delta1 products is highly desirable
• Comfortable engaging directly with the business

Nice to Have

• Background in volatility or market-making algos
• If you're passionate about quantitative development, thrive in high-performance environments and want to build the future of trading tech then this could be the role for you.

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