Cubist Quantitative Developer

Point72 Careers; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented quantitative developer to join their innovative team. In this role, you will design and maintain high-performance trading systems that support systematic trading strategies. You will also develop robust data pipelines that ensure data integrity and accessibility for real-time and historical market data. Collaborating closely with researchers, traders, and technology teams, you will align system capabilities with business needs. If you have a passion for technology and finance, and are eager to work in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in quantitative development in trading or financial services.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python, C++, or Java.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain high-performance trading systems for systematic strategies.
• Develop robust data pipelines for real-time and historical market data.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in Computer Science

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Mathematics

Job description

ABOUT CUBIST

Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including equities, futures and foreign exchange. The core of our effort is rigorous research into a wide range of market anomalies, fueled by our unparalleled access to a wide range of publicly available data sources.

ROLE/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance trading systems and infrastructure to support systematic trading strategies
• Develop and maintain robust data pipelines for real-time and historical market data, ensuring data integrity and accessibility
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of trading systems and data pipelines to ensure reliability and accuracy
• Work closely with cross-functional teams – including researchers, traders, and technology – to align system capabilities with business needs

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in quantitative development, preferably within a trading or financial services environment
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work with complex systems
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards