Quant Developer (C++/Rust) (London)

Fionics; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trading firm in London is seeking an early-career Quantitative Developer eager to broaden their skill set beyond typical roles. The position involves developing quantitative models in C++ and Rust, collaborating with trading teams, and engaging in continuous learning in a dynamic environment. Excellent communication and team collaboration skills are essential. Competitive compensation and opportunities to learn from industry veterans are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Opportunities to work with seasoned industry professionals

Stable, growth-oriented career path

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in C++ and/or Rust.
• Passion for problem-solving and a keen interest in financial markets.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a high-stakes, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quantitative models using C++ and Rust.
• Collaborate closely with trading teams to design and optimize strategies.
• Engage in continuous learning to remain abreast of industry trends and technologies.
• Contribute to a team-oriented environment with open communication channels.

Skills

C++

Rust

Problem-solving

Financial markets knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Internship or work experience at a tier 1 HFT/Quant Fund

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Quantitative Developer

Location: London

Company Overview: Join one of the fastest-growing high-frequency trading (HFT) firms, having expanded 25x in just 2 years. With virtually no regrettable turnover, this firm offers a dynamic and stable environment where you can grow alongside industry veterans.

Job Description: We are seeking an early-career Quantitative Developer who is eager to gain expansive experience beyond the typical, hyper-siloed roles found at tier 1 firms like Jump Trading, Citadel, and Jane Street. This role offers the unique opportunity to broaden your professional horizons in a rapidly scaling international setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quantitative models using C++ and Rust.
• Collaborate closely with trading teams to design and optimize strategies.
• Engage in continuous learning to remain abreast of industry trends and technologies.
• Contribute to a team-oriented environment with open communication channels.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in C++ and/or Rust.
• Passion for problem-solving and a keen interest in financial markets.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a high-stakes, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Internship or work experience at a tier 1 HFT/Quant Fund and/or IMO/ICPC/etc. experience

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities to work with and learn from seasoned industry professionals. (ex-Citadel, Tower, etc.)
• A stable, growth-oriented career path with low turnover.