Graduate Software Engineer/ Quantitative Developer/ Quantitative Researcher - Up to £170,000 + [...]

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious trading firm as a Graduate Software Engineer or Quantitative Developer. You'll work on innovative projects in high-performance tech and quantitative finance. This role offers mentorship from industry leaders and the chance to develop cutting-edge trading systems, fostering significant career growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in a related STEM field required.
• Proficiency in core programming languages is essential.
• Analytical mindset and strong problem-solving skills desired.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Curiosity

Education

Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering

Tools

Python

C++

Java

C#

KDB+/Q

Job description

Graduate Software Engineer / Quantitative Developer / Quantitative Researcher

Location: London (Hybrid)

Salary: Up to £170,000 + Bonus + Full Benefits

Client: Elite Proprietary Trading Firm

Kickstart Your Career with the Best

Just graduated and eager to dive into 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 access to cutting-edge technology and mentorship from top engineers and quants, 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 quantitative models
• Collaborate with top engineers, quants, and researchers to solve complex challenges
• Learn rapidly 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 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 fast-paced, high-stakes setting

Why This Role?

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