Python Software Developer (Risk)

Oxford Knight; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech-driven hedge fund in London is looking for an enthusiastic Python software engineer to join their Risk team. This role emphasizes building solutions in response to the Risk Management team and Trading desks' requirements, ideal for candidates with 4+ years in software development and expertise in Python. The company fosters a collaborative culture with excellent career growth opportunities and generous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous benefits

Professional and personal development

Casual culture

Healthy work-life balance

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in software development required.
• Strong proficiency in writing high-quality, testable code in an OO environment.
• Previous experience in Risk within the financial domain preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and deliver solutions for the Risk Management team.
• Communicate effectively with business stakeholders.

Skills

Python 3

Rest API

Modern software architecture

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Maths, Engineering or related field

Tools

Java

C++

AWS

Kubernetes

Docker

Helm

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Oxford Knight

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Our client is a leading tech-driven quant and systematic hedge fund trading with offices across the globe. They leverage deep knowledge in data, research, technology and trading to deliver high-quality returns. This opportunity offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment with excellent prospects for career growth.

Seeking an enthusiastic Python software engineer to join their Risk team in London. Your primary focus will be building and delivering solutions in response to requirements from the Risk Management team and Trading desks.

The successful Python developer will be highly motivated and an exceptional communicator, with experience of facing off to the business and other stakeholders across the firm. You’ll also need to have knowledge of building large-scale applications.

Requirements

• Bachelors or Masters degree from a top-tier university in Computer Science, Maths, Engineering or related field
• 4+ years’ professional experience in software development, including Python 3 and Rest API use (Note: Please don’t apply if you’re a fresh graduate.)
• Strong understanding of modern software architecture and cloud platforms
• Previous experience in Risk within the financial domain
• Strong proficiency for writing high quality, testable code in an OO environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with Java or C++
• Experience with any of the following: query optimization and performance tuning; AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, or Helm
• Great opportunity to be part of a collaborative, creative environment where you can feel valued for your input
• Competitive salary + generous benefits
• Professional and personal development
• Relaxed, casual culture, with a healthy work-life balance