Quantitative Trading Lead Engineer

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global bank as a part of the Quantitative Fixed Income Engineering team. You will develop high-performance, low-latency trading applications using modern C++. The role offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary with extensive benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid Working Model

Competitive salary

30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Life Assurance

Private Healthcare

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Proficiency in modern C++, preferably on Unix/Linux.
• Experience in high-performance and low-latency development.

Responsibilities

• Providing technical management to the low-latency engineering team.
• Collaborating with quants and traders on designing new features.

Skills

C++

Python

Shell Scripting

Job description

Job Description

This job is with Deutsche Bank, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the + business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.

Position Overview

Group Strategic Analytics (GSA) is part of the Group Chief Operation Office (COO), acting as a bridge between the Bank’s businesses and infrastructure functions to help deliver the Bank's efficiency, control, and transformation goals.

You will join the Quantitative Fixed Income Engineering team within Group Strategy Analytics. Your role involves working closely with engineers, quants, and traders using modern C++ standards supported by the latest GCC and Clang compilers to develop high-performance, low-latency trading applications that impact the business.

What we’ll offer you

We believe a healthy, engaged, and well-supported workforce is key to success and well-being. Our environment focuses on your development and well-being, offering:

• Hybrid Working Model allowing remote work part of the time
• Competitive salary and non-contributory pension
• 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with options to purchase additional days
• Life Assurance and Private Healthcare for you and your family
• Flexible benefits such as Retail Discounts, Bike4Work scheme, and Gym benefits
• Support for CSR initiatives plus 2 days’ volunteering leave annually

Your key responsibilities

• Providing technical management to the low-latency engineering team
• Collaborating with quants and traders on designing new features and requirements
• Developing software to meet desk goals
• Participating in code reviews as both author and reviewer
• Investing in automated testing and test-driven development

Your skills and experience

• Proficiency in modern C++, preferably on Unix/Linux
• Experience in high-performance and low-latency development
• Knowledge of modern software delivery patterns
• Experience with Python and shell scripting in Unix/Linux environments
• Experience managing small, highly technical teams on complex projects

How we’ll support you

• Flexible working arrangements to balance personal priorities
• Coaching and support from team experts
• A culture of continuous learning and progression
• Flexible benefits tailored to your needs
• Reasonable adjustments for accessibility, including assistive equipment if needed

About us

Deutsche Bank, a leading German bank with strong European roots and a global network, champions a culture of responsibility, collaboration, and excellence. We are proud to be recognized as a top employer for equality and diversity, supporting + communities and promoting an inclusive environment.