Assistant Vice President Quantitative Developer

Alexander Chapman; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global investment bank in London is seeking an AVP Quant Developer to work on high-performance algorithmic trading systems. This role will involve building and enhancing latency-sensitive trading platforms and closely collaborating with quants and traders in a front-office environment. Ideal candidates will have exceptional Java skills and a strong system-level understanding. This is a merit-based position suitable for those passionate about algo trading and technology.

Qualifications

• Exceptional Java engineering skills are crucial for the role.
• Hands-on experience with algorithmic trading platforms is necessary.
• Strong system-level understanding, including performance and scalability.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance high-performance algorithmic trading systems.
• Partner closely with quants and traders in a front-office environment.
• Deliver live trading strategies across Credit, Rates, or FX.

Skills

Java engineering skills

Hands-on experience with algorithmic trading platforms

System-level understanding

Collaboration with quants and traders

Job description

🚀 AVP Quant Developer – Algorithmic Trading | London

We’re hiring for an AVP Quant Developer to join a leading global investment bank in London, working directly on high-performance algorithmic trading systems in a front-office environment.

This team is responsible for building and enhancing latency-sensitive trading platforms, partnering closely with quants and traders to deliver live trading strategies across Credit, Rates, or FX.

What they’re looking for:

• Exceptional Java engineering skills (core focus)
• Hands‑on experience with algorithmic trading platforms
• Strong system‑level understanding (performance, scalability, reliability)
• Ability to work closely with quants and traders in a front‑office setup

📌 While this role may suit candidates with relatively limited years of experience, the technical bar is very high—this is a true merit‑based AVP position.

Why consider this role?

• Direct impact on live trading strategies
• Exposure to cutting‑edge trading technology
• Strong career progression within a top‑tier institution
• High‑visibility, front‑office work in London

If you’re passionate about algo trading, low‑latency systems, and real market impact, feel free to message me directly for more details.