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

JR United Kingdom; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hedge fund is seeking a KDB+/Q Developer to join their elite team in Oxford. The role involves developing high-performance systems for real-time data processing, collaborating closely with Quant Researchers, and driving impactful greenfield projects. Candidates should have a strong STEM background and experience with KDB+/Q in a trading environment.

Qualifications

• Solid experience coding in KDB+/Q, ideally in a live trading environment.
• Exposure to real-time data systems or electronic trading infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to the buildout of a cutting-edge research and analytics platform.
• Engineering high-performance systems that handle vast volumes of real-time data.
• Collaboration with Quant Researchers and Portfolio Managers to deliver scalable tools.

Skills

KDB+/Q

Real-time data systems

Electronic trading infrastructure

Education

STEM degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or similar

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

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Client:

Hunter Bond

Location:

oxford district, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

KDB+/Q Developer

Location: Oxford (Hybrid)

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

Experience: 1+ Year

Client: World-Leading Hedge Fund

The Opportunity

Join one of the most elite hedge funds as a KDB+/Q Developer, contributing to the buildout of a cutting-edge research and analytics platform. Engineer high-performance systems that handle vast volumes of real-time data, powering world-class trading strategies across global markets.

Work closely with Quant Researchers and Portfolio Managers to deliver scalable tools that form the core of the firm’s competitive edge.

What Makes This Role Unique

Drive greenfield development with real business impact.

Address complex problems using next-gen tools and architectures.

Collaborate with top talent in a performance-first engineering culture.

Work in a flat structure where your ideas influence key decisions.

Qualifications

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