Quantitative Developer

Anson McCade; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hedge fund is seeking a talented Quant Developer to enhance their core trading engine and automate trading systems. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional Python programming skills, extensive knowledge of equities, and at least 2 years' experience in the financial services industry. Strong communication and teamwork abilities are essential. This is a permanent role, based in London or Dubai.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in the financial services industry.
• Hands-on with object-oriented programming using Python.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance the core trading engine for performance.
• Create automated trading systems for efficiency.
• Collaborate with traders and researchers for tailored solutions.

Skills

Python programming

Equities knowledge

Collaboration

Systematic Trade Automations

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering

Job description

Quant Developer - Equities

Location: London or Dubai

Permanent

Our client are a market leading hedge fund, with a global reach in relation to their clients and offices. They are on the lookout for a talented Quant Developer with exceptional skills in python programming, and solid experience on equities focused projects

Responsibilities for an Equity Derivatives Quant:

• Core Trading Engine Development: Build, maintain, and enhance the core trading engine to support optimal performance.
• Systematic Trade Automations: Create and implement automated trading systems to improve efficiency and drive results.
• Collaborative Innovation: Partner with traders, researchers, and developers to understand needs and deliver tailored solutions.

Requirements for an Equity Derivatives Quant:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or a related field
• Extensive knowledge surrounding equities asset class
• At least 2 years experience within the financial services industry
• Hands on experience with object orientated programming, using Python
• Strong communication skills and confidence in working within a collaborative team environment.

To hear more details please apply to this position or contact Ben Mortimore at Anson McCade.

Job Reference: AMC/BMO/QD01