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Quantitative Developer

Tower Research Capital

London

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Join a leading high-frequency trading firm as a Quant Developer in London, where you'll enhance the research framework and support quantitative trading strategies. This role offers the chance to work closely with on-site researchers, developing Python tools and improving existing frameworks. Enjoy a dynamic, collaborative environment with a focus on innovation and quality of life, including a competitive salary, generous vacation, and comprehensive benefits. If you're passionate about quantitative trading and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses

6 weeks of paid vacation

Daily breakfast, lunch, and snacks

International medical insurance

Free gym membership

Cash equivalent of employer’s CPF contribution

Free events and workshops

Donation matching program

5+ years experience in Python development with strong statistical knowledge.
Bachelor's degree in a related field; Master's preferred.

Improve quantitative trading strategies through tool development.
Maintain and monitor quantitative research jobs and frameworks.

Python

Statistical Libraries (Numpy, Pandas, Polars)

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

C++ Development

Scripting Languages (Bash)

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Workflow Management Tools

Task Scheduling Tools

Description

Tower Research Capital, a high-frequency proprietary trading firm founded in 1998, seeks a Quant Developer to join one of its trading teams in London. You will be joining the EMEA Development team and as a Quant Developer, you will be in charge of improving the current research framework through the development of existing and new tools, and provide close day-to-day support to the quantitative research team on-site.

Responsibilities

Iterating quickly with on-site quantitative researchers on the research processes in order to improve the desk's quantitative trading strategies P&L
Developing Python tools used in trading strategies research
Improving the existing simulation/backtest framework
Monitoring & maintenance of quantitative research jobs
Help global research team on EMEA-related research through various communication channels

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). A Master's degree is preferred
Very good knowledge of Python language and statistical libraries like Numpy, Pandas, Polars
Minimum 5 years experience in Python development
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative and geographically distributed environment
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Experience in C++ Development
Experience with scripting languages such as Bash
Experience with workflow management and task scheduling
Good knowledge of both Equities and Equity Derivatives trading

Benefits

Tower continues to enhance the in-house trading system and strategies that have positioned the firm as a leader in the thriving field of quantitative trading. While Tower offers challenges and rewards rivaling those of any Wall Street firm, Tower’s cubicle-free workplace, jeans-clad workforce, and well-stocked kitchens reflect the premium the firm places on quality of life. Benefits include:

Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses
6 weeks of paid vacation per year
Breakfast, lunch, and snacks on a daily basis
International medical insurance
Free gym membership
For employees ineligible to participate in the CPF, the cash equivalent of the employer’s CPF contribution
Free events and workshops
Donation matching program

Tower Research Capital is an equal opportunity employer

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