Python Software Engineer - Hybrid working - £70,000 - £225,000 Base (+ Bonus)

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial tech company seeks an experienced Python Software Engineer to enhance trading algorithms and optimize performance in a fast-paced environment. This role offers competitive bonuses and a strong emphasis on professional development, allowing you to utilize cutting-edge technologies and work closely with industry experts.

Benefits

Highly competitive bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Health and well-being programs

Rapid career progression

Access to advanced technologies

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as Python Software Engineer or Quant Developer.
• Ability to thrive in high-pressure environments.
• Exceptional growth opportunities in a tech-focused company.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize trading algorithms using Python.
• Work with traders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Develop tools for real-time monitoring and risk assessment.

Skills

Proficiency in Python

Version control

Agile development

Strong communication skills

Adaptability

Enthusiasm for learning

Education

Degree in Computer Science or STEM

Job description

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Client:

Hunter Bond

Location:

worcester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Python Software Engineer

Client: Scientific Quant Fund

Location: London / Hybrid

Role:

My client is looking for an experienced Python Software Engineer to join their rapidly expanding development team, leveraging Python to streamline and automate critical processes. With a commitment to the highest tech standards in the industry, our client prides itself on maintaining cutting-edge technology and a progressive work environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team of professionals in an intellectually stimulating environment.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and optimize trading algorithms, order execution systems, and real-time data processing tools using Python to support front office trading strategies.
• Work closely with traders and quant teams to understand requirements, translate them into technical solutions, and enhance the trading platform’s functionality and performance.
• Focus on improving system performance, minimizing latency, and ensuring high availability of trading systems, with a strong emphasis on efficient Python coding practices.
• Develop tools for real-time monitoring, risk assessment, and analytics, ensuring the systems can handle large volumes of market data and provide timely insights to the trading desk.

Key Requirements:

• Degree in Computer Science or STEM based subjects.
• 2+ years of experience in a relevant role such as Python Software Engineer or Quant Developer.
• Proficiency in modern software development practices, including version control and agile development methodologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective collaboration and information sharing.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for ongoing learning and a proactive attitude towards adopting new technologies.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, adaptable, and high-pressure environment, delivering results efficiently.
• Exceptional professional growth opportunities in a tech-focused company, allowing you to enhance your skills as a Python Software Engineer at an accelerated pace.
• Access to state-of-the-art technologies, enabling you to work with advanced tools and frameworks.
• Highly competitive bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package that surpasses industry standards.
• Emphasis on health and well-being, including a healthy work-life balance and reimbursement programs.
• Rapid career progression and exposure to diverse technologies.
• Collaboration with top-tier infrastructure teams in the financial sector.

If you are a Python Software Engineer and this role could interest you, please apply to be considered or email [emailprotected] for more information.