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

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world-leading hedge fund as a KDB+/Q Developer, where you will engineer high-performance systems handling vast volumes of real-time data. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research and analytics platforms, contributing significantly to the firm's competitive advantage in global markets.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop high-performance systems for real-time data processing.
• Collaborate with Quant Researchers and Portfolio Managers to build trading tools.

Skills

KDB+/Q

Real-time data systems

Problem-solving

Education

STEM degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering

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

Client: Hunter Bond

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

KDB+/Q Developer

Location: Sheffield (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 building a cutting-edge research and analytics platform. Engineer high-performance systems handling 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 are central to the firm’s competitive edge.

What Makes This Role Unique

• Drive greenfield development with real business impact
• Tackle 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

Minimum 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