Quantitative Developer

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quant Developer to join a newly formed quant trading team. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape a high-frequency trading (HFT) platform with low-latency strategies. You'll work on optimizing exchange connectivity and simulator environments while enjoying the flexibility of remote work. This position is perfect for those looking to make a substantial impact in the dynamic world of digital assets, all while being part of a collaborative and growth-focused team.

Qualifications

• Strong programming talent with expertise in low-level development.
• HFT development experience with a solid understanding of trading strategies.

Responsibilities

• Focus on low-latency strategies and optimize trading environments.
• Build and scale a cutting-edge HFT platform with significant influence.

Skills

Low-level development

HFT development

Rust

C/C++

Trading strategies

Order books

State machines

Crypto markets

Job description

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Referment is partnering with a regulated digital asset trading and technology firm specializing in market-making, OTC brokerage, and derivatives to hire a Quant Developer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join as an early hire in a newly formed quant trading team at a large, established market-making firm. As part of this team, you will have a direct and significant impact on building and scaling their new high-frequency trading (HFT) platform.

Key Responsibilities:

• Focus on low-latency and ultra-low latency (sub-microsecond) strategies
• Work on exchange connectivity and optimize research/simulator environments
• Build and scale a cutting-edge HFT platform with a significant influence

One of the standout benefits of this role is the ability to work remotely, providing you with flexibility and a better work-life balance while still being part of a highly collaborative, growth-focused team. You’ll be able to contribute to high-impact projects from anywhere, making this role ideal for those seeking a dynamic opportunity with remote work options.

Key Requirements:

• Strong programming talent with expertise in low-level development
• HFT development experience, including a solid understanding of trading strategies, order books, and state machines
• Proficiency in Rust (C/C++ experience is also accepted if you have worked with Rust)
• Familiarity with crypto markets is a plus
• This is an exceptional chance to make a substantial impact while enjoying the freedom of remote work.