Front-Office Python Engineer: Real-Time Algo Trading

mthree; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Investment Bank in the City is seeking a Python Developer to join its Front Office FX Options Technology team, building high-performance trading systems that analyse real-time market data with advanced models.

You will work closely with traders and quants in an agile environment, contribute to data pipelines and system connectivity, and shape algorithmic strategies under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms and design patterns.
• Experience with SQL/NoSQL, APIs and distributed systems.
• Experience with agile methodologies and CI/CD tools.
• Excellent communication skills and interest in financial markets or FX trading.
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support pricing, eTrading, and market-making systems.
• Collaborate with traders, sales, and quants to deliver data-driven solutions.
• Enhance trading algorithms, data pipelines, and market connectivity.
• Integrate trading systems with upstream trade execution and regulatory platforms.
• Work within an agile team delivering high-priority solutions under tight deadlines.

Skills

Data structures & algorithms

Design patterns

SQL/NoSQL

APIs

Distributed systems

CI/CD

Agile methodologies

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors in CS/Engineering/Math/Physics

Job description

Global Investment Bank in the City is seeking a Python Developer to join its Front Office FX Options Technology team, building high-performance trading systems that analyse real-time market data with advanced models.

You will work closely with traders and quants in an agile environment, contribute to data pipelines and system connectivity, and shape algorithmic strategies under tight deadlines.