Quantitative Developer

Point72 Asset Management, L.P; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented quantitative developer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will design and maintain high-performance trading systems that support innovative trading strategies. Your expertise in programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java will be essential as you develop robust data pipelines for real-time and historical market data. Collaborating closely with researchers, traders, and technology teams, you will ensure that system capabilities align with business needs. If you are passionate about problem-solving and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in quantitative development in trading or financial services.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python, C++, or Java.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain high-performance trading systems for systematic strategies.
• Develop robust data pipelines for market data ensuring integrity and accessibility.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in Computer Science

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Mathematics

Job description

About Cubist:

Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including equities, futures and foreign exchange. The core of our effort is rigorous research into a wide range of market anomalies, fueled by our unparalleled access to a wide range of publicly available data sources.

Role/Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance trading systems and infrastructure to support systematic trading strategies
• Develop and maintain robust data pipelines for real-time and historical market data, ensuring data integrity and accessibility
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of trading systems and data pipelines to ensure reliability and accuracy
• Work closely with cross-functional teams – including researchers, traders, and technology – to align system capabilities with business needs

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in quantitative development, preferably within a trading or financial services environment
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work with complex systems
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards