C++/Python Quant Developer - Risk Platform - London/New York- Market-Leading Global Hedge Fund [...]

Oxford Knight; London; On-site; GBP 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hedge fund is seeking a C++/Python Quant Developer for their Risk Platform. This role involves designing innovative solutions and collaborating with financial experts. The ideal candidate will have a strong quantitative background and experience in software development. Join a dynamic environment that values creativity and problem-solving.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus and benefits

Agile environment

Positive company culture

Qualifications

• Expertise in engineering platform solutions using C++ and Python.
• Strong computer science fundamentals with extensive software development experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and build a next-generation risk platform across various asset classes.
• Collaborate with researchers and traders on large-scale financial data challenges.

Skills

C++

Python

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Title: C++/Python Quant Developer - Risk Platform - London/New York - Market-Leading Global Hedge Fund

Company: Oxford Knight

Location: London, United Kingdom or New York, USA

Posted: 1 day ago

Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to 200k GBP/USD base + bonus

Summary

Join one of the world's largest hedge funds that leverages innovative and cutting-edge technology, where data drives the investment process. The Central Risk initiative is a key firm-wide project, offering the opportunity to design and build a next-generation risk platform across various asset classes, enhancing flexibility and efficiency.

You will be a talented engineer with a strong quantitative background and knowledge of financial markets. Your creative problem-solving skills will be essential in developing scalable, robust systems that operate seamlessly across all asset classes. This role involves close collaboration with researchers and traders on large-scale financial data challenges within a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

Requirements

1. Expertise in engineering platform solutions using C++ and Python for large-scale, complex systems.
2. Strong computer science fundamentals and extensive software development experience in C++ and Python.
3. Experience with pricing and risk assessment of vanilla and OTC derivatives is preferred.
4. Ability to collaborate effectively with quantitative researchers and traders to understand and fulfill their needs.

Note: Please do not apply if you are a recent graduate.

Rewards and Incentives

• Competitive salary up to 200k GBP/USD plus bonus and benefits.
• Opportunity to develop complex software solutions in an agile environment.
• Positive and friendly company culture.

We review all applications carefully. Due to high application volumes, we may not respond to unsuccessful candidates.

Contact

If interested or seeking more information, please contact:

Andy Stirling-Martin

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/andrew-stirling-martin-7664a946

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