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

JR United Kingdom; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious trading firm seeks recent graduates for Graduate Software Developer and Quant roles in London, offering an innovative environment to develop cutting-edge technologies. Candidates need a strong STEM background and programming skills, with opportunities to work on impactful projects from day one. The role promises significant career growth within a meritocratic culture.

Benefits

Access to top-tier tools and systems

Mentorship from experienced engineers and quants

Unmatched career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in a STEM field required.
• Proficiency in one core programming language essential.
• Strong drive and eagerness to learn in a high-stakes environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance trading systems and infrastructure.
• Design and implement quantitative models.
• Collaborate with teams to solve complex problems.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Programming (Python, C++, Java, C#, 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 enter the world of high-performance technology and quantitative finance? Join a leading global trading firm where innovation is at the core — free from legacy systems and bureaucracy, offering a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment designed for growth.

With access to cutting-edge technology and mentorship from top-tier 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 to solve complex challenges
• Learn quickly and grow within a dynamic, initiative-driven environment

What You Bring

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

Why This Role?

• Work on greenfield projects from day one — your contributions will have real impact
• Collaborate with some of the brightest minds in technology and finance
• Access top-tier tools, systems, and infrastructure
• Enjoy unmatched career growth in a meritocratic, high-performance culture