Junior C++ Quant Developer: Commodities Risk & Models

Oxford Knight; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-based bonus

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Oxford Knight is seeking a Junior C++ Quant Developer to join the Commodities Quant team in London. You’ll work closely with derivatives quants and data scientists to research and develop quantitative models for risk and pricing.

Requirements include 1–3 years post-graduation, C++17+ proficiency, Python experience, and familiarity with commodity markets. The role offers a substantial salary and a profit-based bonus in a collaborative, fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with modern C++ (C++17+).
• Strong programming skills with clean, reliable code.
• 1–3 years of commercial experience post-graduation.
• Familiarity with at least one commodities asset class (energy, ags/softs, base metals).
• Experience researching and building risk models for commodities markets.
• Hands-on experience with Python for prototyping and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop commodities quantitative models for risk and portfolio needs.
• Handle risk metrics (Greeks), VaR modeling, and forward curve/volatility surface construction.
• Work with quants and data scientists in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Skills

C++17+

Clean code

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Python (prototyping)

Job description

Oxford Knight is seeking a Junior C++ Quant Developer to join the Commodities Quant team in London. You’ll work closely with derivatives quants and data scientists to research and develop quantitative models for risk and pricing.

Requirements include 1–3 years post-graduation, C++17+ proficiency, Python experience, and familiarity with commodity markets. The role offers a substantial salary and a profit-based bonus in a collaborative, fast-paced setting.