Quantitative Developer (C++/Python)

Vallum Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial technology firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Quantitative Developer to enhance high-performance trading and analytics platforms. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with quantitative researchers and traders, focusing on building robust systems. Expertise in C++ and Python, along with proficiency in shell scripting and Git, is essential. This role offers a dynamic environment where you can contribute to cutting-edge trading technology.

Qualifications

• Expert-level development experience in C++ and Python.
• Strong hands-on experience with Python in production environments.
• Proficiency in shell scripting (Bash or similar).
• Strong experience with Git and collaborative development workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance trading systems.
• Implement quantitative models and strategies using C/C++ and Python.
• Optimise applications for low latency and high throughput.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues.

Skills

C++

Python

Shell scripting

Git

Job description

Role Overview

ole Overview

We are seeking an experienced Quantitative Developer to build and enhance high-performance trading and analytics platforms. The role involves close collaboration with quantitative researchers and trading teams to deliver robust, scalable, and production-ready systems in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance trading, pricing, and analytics systems
• Implement quantitative models and strategies using C/C++ and Python
• Optimise applications for low latency, high throughput, and stability
• Work extensively in Linux environments, including automation via shell scripting
• Collaborate with quants, traders, and technology teams to productions research
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and drive continuous performance improvements
• Adhere to best practices for code quality, testing, and version control using Git

Required Skills & Experience

• Expert-level development experience in C++and python
• Strong hands-on experience with Python in production environments
• Proficiency in shell scripting (Bash or similar)
• Strong experience with Git and collaborative development workflows
• Proven experience delivering mission-critical systems in financial services

Desirable Skills

• Background in quantitative finance, trading systems, or capital markets
• Experience with low-latency architectures, multithreading, and concurrency
• Understanding of numerical methods, statistics, or financial models