kdb+ Contractor (Capital Markets)

Data Intellect Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Data Intellect Limited seeks a Senior kdb+ Engineer in Belfast to lead high-performance projects in data-driven finance. You will design robust kdb+ architectures and mentor junior developers while collaborating with quants and analysts.

The ideal candidate has over 7 years of kdb+ experience and a strong Unix/Linux background. This role offers both contract and permanent opportunities, contributing to innovative solutions for high-stakes financial clients.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on kdb+ development with expertise in q and time-series data.
• Experience designing and implementing kdb+ architectures.
• Strong background in Unix/Linux environments and scripting.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery on client projects.
• Design and implement kdb+ architectures for large datasets.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into code.

Skills

kdb+ development

Unix/Linux environments

communication skills

Tools

Python

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

Join the world’s largest kdb+ Consultancy where every query matters, every millisecond counts and every system you build shapes the future of data-driven finance.

At Data Intellect, we thrive on solving complex data challenges in high-stakes environments. We’re a team of engineers, problem-solvers and collaborators who believe in pushing boundaries, not egos.

If you're a proficient kdb+ developer ready to lead, innovate and make an impact, we want to hear from you.

As a Senior kdb+ Engineer at [DI] you’ll be at the forefront of delivering high-performance, scalable solutions for some of the world’s most data-intensive financial institutions. You’ll:

• Lead technical delivery on client projects, setting the standard for quality and performance.
• Design and implement robust kdb+ architectures that handle billions of rows of time-series data.
• Collaborate with quants, traders, and analysts to translate business needs into performant, efficient code.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Own the full development lifecycle by developing, testing, supporting and maintaining all code for client applications.
• Drive innovation by staying ahead of the curve in kdb+, q, and emerging technologies.

What You Bring

• 7+ years of hands‑on kdb+ development, with deep expertise in q and time-series data.
• Proven experience designing and implementing kdb+ architectures and scaling kdb+ systems in production.
• Strong background in Unix/Linux environments and scripting.
• Demonstrated technical leadership and decision-making in fast‑paced projects.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex systems to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Experience in capital markets or investment banking, understanding of the domain and its demands.
• A passion for clean, performant code and continuous improvement.

Bonus Points For:

• Experience with AI tooling (Claude, Co‑Pilot)
• Experience with Python, cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), or other time-series databases.
• Exposure to tick data, real-time analytics, electronic trading systems.
• People management or team leadership experience.

Contract and permanent opportunities available.

Data Intellect is a specialist data and technology consultancy with deep expertise in capital markets. We build high-performance systems that power trading, risk, and analytics for some of the world’s most demanding clients. Our expertise spans kdb+, AI, data engineering, regulatory technology and enterprise platforms. We’re growing, fast!

Fair Employment & Equal Opportunities

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations are available throughout the assessment and selection process.

Ready to lead the next generation of high performance kdb+ solutions?

Challenge Accepted. Apply now.