Graduate Software Engineer / Quantitative Developer / Quantitative Researcher - Up to £160,000 + ...

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 136,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global trading firm in London is seeking a Graduate Software Engineer to join their innovative team. The role involves developing cutting-edge trading systems and collaborating with top-tier engineers. Ideal candidates will have a STEM degree and proficiency in programming languages like Python or C++. This position offers substantial career growth and opportunities to work on impactful projects in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Full benefits package

Bonus structure

Mentorship from top-tier engineers

Qualifications

• Graduate in a relevant STEM field is required.
• Experience in programming languages desired.
• Passion for solving complex problems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance trading systems and infrastructure.
• Design and implement quantitative models.
• Collaborate with engineers and researchers.

Skills

Proficiency in Python

Proficiency in C++

Analytical mindset

Strong drive and curiosity

Education

Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering

Job description

Overview

Graduate Software Engineer / Quantitative Developer / Quantitative Researcher

Location: London (Hybrid)

Salary: Up to £160,000 + Bonus + Full Benefits

Client: Elite Trading Firm

Kickstart Your Career

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 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

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