Data Engineer- World-Leading Innovative Algo Trading Firm | London, UK

Oxford Knight; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world-leading algorithmic trading firm as a Data Engineer in London, where data is at the core of operations. This innovative company seeks a driven individual with a passion for data and problem-solving. You'll collaborate with trading teams, support automated systems, and work with cutting-edge technologies. Enjoy a flexible work environment with a flat management structure that fosters creativity and rewards contributions. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the trading world, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Market-leading salary

Bonuses

Generous benefits package

Flexibility on remote work

Flat management structure

Informal work culture

Work with latest technologies

Qualifications

• 2+ years of data engineering experience or a relevant degree.
• Experience in financial markets or institutions is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support live trading teams and automate data processes.
• Acquire, analyze, and prepare data for quantitative research.

Skills

Python

Data Engineering

PostgreSQL

MSSQL

MYSQL

Linux Command Line

ETL Pipelines

Education

Computer Science Degree

Tools

SQL

Job description

Data Engineer- World-Leading Innovative Algo Trading Firm

Summary

This is one of the world's top algorithmic trading firms, looking for a Data Engineer to join their London team - ideally with Python experience. A community of self-starters from multiple tech backgrounds - maths, computer science, statistics, physics, engineering - they have built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development with data at its core.

This role offers the opportunity to be a critical part of the trading process where you'll work side by side with live trading teams to support one of the largest automated trading systems in the world. You'll be tasked with writing automation, exploring data, collaborating with research and trading colleagues and liaising with a variety of external partners. You'll also acquire, analyse and prepare data for quantitative research.

If you eat, sleep and breathe data, and can solve complex problems quickly, this role would be perfect for you!

Requirements

• Previous experience in financial markets or working for a financial institution
• 2+ years' data engineering experience OR a Computer Science degree (or similar)
• Solid experience in at least one of: PostgreSQL, MSSQL, MYSQL, and comfortable using other SQL dialects as the job requires
• Experience with Python would be hugely advantageous
• Familiarity with the Linux command line
• Able to provide technical support in a production trading environment
• ETL pipelines experience is beneficial
• Track record of working successfully in a collaborative/cross-team environment

Benefits

• Market-leading salary + bonuses + generous benefits package
• Huge flexibility on remote / work-from-home
• Truly flat management structure, with no red tape
• Friendly, informal yet highly rewarding work culture
• Work with the latest technologies on complex problems with significant impact

Contact
If you think you are a strong candidate for the role and would like further info, please contact:

Tom Brown
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linkedin.com/in/thomas-brown-196a29103