Quant Platform Engineer – Python/PySpark (London)

Barings; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Software Engineer - Quant. This role focuses on leveraging advanced Python and PySpark to enhance the firm's quant platform, driving a data-centric strategy. The ideal candidate will support the automation of Quant Research processes and work closely with business partners. Strong software engineering skills and willingness to mentor less experienced team members are essential. This role offers the opportunity to work in an agile, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to implement scalable and reusable frameworks using DevOps practices.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals and writing clean, well-tested code.
• Self-starter attitude with experience working in global teams.

Responsibilities

• Support automation and optimization of Quant Research processes.
• Work collaboratively to develop business-focused solutions.
• Build and enhance the quant platform with advanced Python.

Skills

Advanced Python

Strong knowledge of PySpark

SQL Coding

Tools

Microsoft Power BI

Databricks

Job description

A global financial services firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Software Engineer - Quant. This role focuses on leveraging advanced Python and PySpark to enhance the firm's quant platform, driving a data-centric strategy. The ideal candidate will support the automation of Quant Research processes and work closely with business partners. Strong software engineering skills and willingness to mentor less experienced team members are essential. This role offers the opportunity to work in an agile, collaborative environment.