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

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 170,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global trading firm seeks a Graduate Software Developer / Quant Developer. Join an innovative team focused on high-performance technology in quantitative finance, offering significant growth and mentorship. Work on cutting-edge projects, leveraging your STEM background and programming skills in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Access to cutting-edge technology

Mentorship from top-tier engineers and quants

Opportunities for career growth

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree in a STEM field.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance trading systems and infrastructure.
• Design and implement quantitative models.
• Collaborate with engineers and quants on complex challenges.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem solving

Proficiency in Python

Proficiency in C++

Proficiency in Java

Proficiency in C#

Proficiency 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

Just graduated and eager to dive into the world of high-performance tech and quantitative finance? Join a leading global trading firm where innovation is key — no legacy systems, no bureaucracy, just a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment designed for growth.

With unlimited access to cutting-edge technology and mentorship from top-tier engineers and quants, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects, shaping the future of trading tech.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and enhance state-of-the-art trading systems and infrastructure
• Design and implement your own quantitative models
• Collaborate with top engineers, quants, and researchers to tackle complex challenges
• Learn rapidly and grow within a firm that thrives on initiative

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 a desire to learn in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment

Why This Role?

• Work on greenfield projects from day one — your contributions have real impact
• Collaborate with some of the brightest minds in both tech and finance
• Access to top-of-the-line tools, systems, and infrastructure
• Unmatched career growth in a high-performance, meritocratic culture