Lead Software Engineer - EU Natural Gas & Power

Thurn Partners; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to spearhead a new trading desk. This role involves technical leadership in a dynamic environment, collaborating with trading and research teams to enhance analytics for European Power and Natural Gas markets. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in front-office trading and a strong background in Python and system architecture. Join us to make a significant impact in a high-performing team!

Qualifications

• 7+ years of front-office trading experience with complex system architectures.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with trading, research, and data teams to develop core analytics.
• Manage and integrate large datasets for analytics and trading tools.
• Design scalable solutions to improve models and system performance.

Skills

Python

Communication

Collaboration

Education

BS in Computer Science

Engineering

Job description

Lead Software Engineer - EU Natural Gas & Power

Lead Software Engineer - EU Natural Gas & Power

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Company Insight

One of the world's pre-eminent investment management firms is looking to hire a Senior Software Engineer/Developer to lead a new trading desk buildout. The role requires technical leadership experience in a high-performing, front-office trading environment. You will work closely with trading, quant research, and data teams to design and build backend systems for real-time supply and demand analytics in European Power and Natural Gas markets.

Responsibilities

1. Partner with trading, research, and data teams to develop core analytics and deliver technological initiatives.
2. Translate business challenges into technical and quantitative solutions.
3. Manage and integrate large datasets to develop analytics and trading tools.
4. Design scalable, maintainable solutions to improve models and system performance.
5. Act as a technical liaison, enhancing the firm's competitive edge in global markets.

Requirements

1. Outstanding academic credentials, BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related STEM field.
2. Proficiency in Python; experience with multiple programming languages is a plus.
3. 7+ years of front-office trading experience with complex system architectures, Unix, and database technologies.
4. Experience or familiarity with commodity trading markets is advantageous.
5. Strong motivation for collaborative work, excellent communication skills, and attention to detail.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance
• Industry: Investment Management

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