Graduate Software Developer/ Quant Developer/ Quant Researcher - Up to £170,000 + Bonus + Package

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global trading firm seeks recent graduates for roles as Graduate Software Developer, Quant Developer, or Quant Researcher. In this hybrid position, you'll develop trading systems, design quantitative models, and contribute to innovative projects in a fast-paced environment. This role promises excellent career growth, mentorship from experts, and work on impactful greenfield projects.

Benefits

Access to cutting-edge technology

Mentorship from top engineers and quants

Work on greenfield projects

Excellent career growth in a meritocratic culture

Qualifications

• Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, or related STEM field.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, C++, Java, C#, KDB+/Q).

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance state-of-the-art trading systems and infrastructure.
• Design and implement quantitative models.
• Collaborate with engineers, quants, and researchers.

Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Mindset

Programming in Python

Programming in C++

Programming in Java

Programming in C#

Programming in KDB+/Q

Education

Degree in Mathematics

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Physics

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Graduate Software Developer / Quant Developer / Quant Researcher

Location:

London (Hybrid)

Salary:

Up to £170,000 + Bonus + Full Benefits

Client:

Elite Proprietary Trading Firm

Job Description:

Are you a recent graduate eager to dive into high-performance tech and quantitative finance? Join a leading global trading firm where innovation drives success — no legacy systems, no bureaucracy, just a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment designed for growth.

With access to cutting-edge technology and mentorship from top engineers and quants, you'll contribute to impactful projects shaping the future of trading technology.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and enhance state-of-the-art trading systems and infrastructure
• Design and implement quantitative models
• Collaborate with engineers, quants, and researchers on complex challenges
• Learn quickly and grow within a dynamic environment

What You Bring

• Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, or related STEM field
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, C++, Java, C#, KDB+/Q, etc.)
• Analytical mindset with a passion for solving complex problems
• Drive, curiosity, and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced setting

Why This Role?

• Work on greenfield projects from day one with real impact
• Collaborate with top professionals in tech and finance
• Access to advanced tools and infrastructure
• Excellent career growth in a meritocratic culture