KDB+/Q Developer - Up to £200,000 + Bonus + Benefits

JR United Kingdom; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hedge fund in Chester is seeking a KDB+/Q Developer to enhance its analytics platform. This role provides opportunities for driving innovative solutions, collaborating with top-tier professionals, and influencing key decisions within a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong coding background in KDB+/Q and experience in high-pressure trading environments.

Qualifications

• Experience coding in KDB+/Q, ideally in live trading.
• Exposure to electronic trading infrastructure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-performance systems for real-time data processing.
• Collaborate with Quant Researchers and Portfolio Managers.
• Drive greenfield development impacting business outcomes.

Skills

KDB+/Q

Real-time data systems

Quantitative analysis

Education

STEM degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering

Job description

KDB+/Q Developer - Up to £200,000 + Bonus + Benefits, Chester

Client:

Hunter Bond

Location:

Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

KDB+/Q Developer

Location: Chester (Hybrid)

Salary: Up to £200,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Experience: 1+ Year

Client: Leading Hedge Fund

The Opportunity

Join a top-tier hedge fund as a KDB+/Q Developer, contributing to a cutting-edge research and analytics platform. Develop high-performance systems for real-time data processing, supporting global trading strategies.

Collaborate with Quant Researchers and Portfolio Managers to create scalable tools that form the core of the firm's competitive advantage.

What Makes This Role Unique

• Drive greenfield development with tangible business impact
• Work on complex problems using advanced tools and architectures
• Collaborate with top talent in a performance-focused culture
• Influence key decisions in a flat organizational structure

Qualifications

• STEM degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field
• Solid experience coding in KDB+/Q, preferably in a live trading environment
• Exposure to real-time data systems or electronic trading infrastructure

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