Quantitative Developer C++ Python

Client Server; London; Hybrid; GBP 225,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trading firm in London is seeking a Quantitative Developer to enhance their algorithmic trading systems. Ideal candidates will have strong C++ and Python skills, and experience in quantitative trading. The role offers flexibility to work from home and attractive benefits including a salary of up to £300k, pension, and 25 days holiday.

Benefits

Salary up to £300k

Pension

25 days holiday

Opportunity to work on Greenfield systems

Learning and development opportunities

Free meals in high-spec offices

Qualifications

• Advanced C++ development with multi-threading and C++17 experience required.
• Proficient in Python and familiar with quantitative trading environments.
• Strong ownership mindset and collaborative communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with trading teams to solve technical challenges.
• Work on ultra-low latency algorithmic trading systems and a data research platform.

Skills

C++ development skills including C++17, multi-threading

Proficiency in Python

Understanding of CPU, memory management, OS, and networking programming

Experience in a Quant Trading environment

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of OOP, Design Patterns, Data Structures

Job description

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Client:

Client Server

Location:

London, United Kingdom

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

01.08.2025

Expiry Date:

15.09.2025

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Job Description:

Quantitative Developer (C++ Python) London / WFH to £300k+

Are you a Quantitative Developer with strong C++ and Python skills?

You could be progressing your career in a senior, hands-on role at a global systematic trading firm and earning significant bonuses.

As a Quantitative Developer, you will collaborate closely with a trading desk / pod and have a direct impact on the team's success. You will work on complex technical challenges, including ultra-low latency algorithmic trading systems, a research platform handling terabytes of data daily, analytics, and cloud infrastructure.

Location / WFH:

You will join colleagues in high-spec offices with free meals, with flexibility to work from home two days a week.

About you:

• Advanced C++ development skills including C++17, multi-threading
• Good understanding of CPU, memory management, OS, and networking programming
• Proficiency in Python
• Experience in a Quant Trading environment
• Keen to take ownership and see ideas through
• Thorough knowledge of CS fundamentals such as OOP, Design Patterns, Data Structures
• Collaborative with excellent communication skills

What's in it for you:

Competitive package including:

• Salary up to £300k
• Pension
• 25 days holiday
• Opportunity to work on Greenfield systems
• Learning and development opportunities