Python Developer - Crypto Buyside

John Goddard Associates; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative global quantitative investment firm is on the lookout for exceptional Python developers to transform their cryptocurrency trading infrastructure. This is not just another finance tech role; you'll be at the forefront of architecting cutting-edge trading systems that operate 24/7. Join a tech-first firm that values developers as integral team members, not just a cost center. Engage with world-class traders and researchers while experimenting with the latest technologies. If you're passionate about pushing boundaries in crypto trading tech, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Guaranteed bonus

Sign-on bonus

Qualifications

• 2-12 years of experience as a Quant/Developer in financial services.
• Experience with crypto trading or systematic/high-frequency trading.

Responsibilities

• Architect and build trading systems for cryptocurrency markets.
• Collaborate with traders and quantitative researchers.

Skills

Python programming

C++

Systematic Quant Finance

DeFi trading

Algorithmic trading

Job description

Python, C++, Systematic Quant Finance, DeFi

A leading global quantitative investment firm is seeking exceptional Python developers/ Quants to revolutionize their cryptocurrency trading infrastructure. This isn't your typical finance tech role - you'll be architecting ultra-responsive trading systems that process complex algorithmic strategies across global markets, running 24/7 within a tech-first buyside firm who view developers as central staff rather than a cost centre.

Key highlights:

• Build end-to-end trading technology from the ground up
• Work alongside world-class traders and quantitative researchers
• Experiment with state-of-the-art technologies and architectural approaches

Required skills:

• Excellent Python programming ability. You will be in the 2-12 year experience range working as a Quant/Developer for a leading financial services company
• Prior and recent experience working for either a crypto trading company or in systematic/ high frequency/ algo trading
• Clear experience working directly with quant researchers, traders and portfolio managers
• Evident interest in DeFi trading (no prior crypto experience required)
• Exposure to C++

WFH: Hybrid from Central London

Bonus: Guaranteed. The client can also buyout existing bonuses and/or provide sign-on

Interested in pushing the boundaries of what's possible in crypto trading tech? Apply today

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.