Python Software Engineer – London / Amsterdam

Oxford Knight; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global market maker in London seeks a Python Software Engineer to design and develop software solutions that optimize trading performance. Candidates should have experience in Python, strong analytical skills, and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. This role offers innovative projects in a fast-paced environment with competitive compensation based on technical ability.

Qualifications

• Experience in proprietary finance, high-frequency trading or market-making preferred.
• Strong scripting experience with integration of components and systems.
• Professional experience in distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy software solutions.
• Partner with business leaders for custom technology delivery.
• Analyze complex business and technical problems.

Skills

Python

Linux systems

Distributed systems

Analytical methods

Communication skills

Scripting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

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Python Software Engineer – London / Amsterdam, London

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Client:

Oxford Knight

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

My client is a leading global market maker across a broad array of fixed income and equity securities. Their world-class capabilities position them to meet the liquidity demands of a diverse group of institutional clients in all market conditions. In partnering with them, clients – including asset managers, banks, broker-dealers, hedge funds, government agencies and public pension programs – are able to gain a powerful trading advantage and are better positioned to meet their investment goals.

In their mission to be the most successful investment team in the world, they hire the brightest minds in technology, research, and finance to create innovative solutions that impact the financial markets and take data analysis to new levels. Software Engineers create next-generation software solutions to support business areas across the firm. Software Engineers work closely with business leaders to develop and deliver custom software solutions that optimize performance and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy elegant software solutions across the firm
• Partner with business leaders to define priorities and deliver custom technology solutions
• Analyze complex business and technical problems
• Make sound decisions proactively and in a self-directed manner
• Provide timely systems support for trading activities

Qualifications

• Strong preference for candidates with experience in proprietary finance, high-frequency trading (HFT) and/or market-making.
• In-depth experience working in Python
• The ambition to solve open-ended problems using analytical methods
• Knowledge of Linux systems
• Strong scripting experience with an ability to integrate various components and systems (in-house and third-party)
• Professional experience working with distributed systems
• Knowledge of SDLC methodologies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills applicable to a dynamic trading environment
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or related field)
• A deep passion for technology and software development

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with proprietary trading and market making

Salary:Variable – they are market leaders in compensation and pay talent based on technical ability and what they deserve. They do not base offers on your current earnings or average pay for years of experience.