Quantitative Developer (HFT - New Desk - Not Tower) (London)

Fionics; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fionics is seeking a Quantitative Developer to join a new HFT desk in London. In this role, you will lead the development of innovative trading strategies, working alongside seasoned industry veterans. This is an exciting opportunity to make an impact within a collaborative team and reap significant financial rewards as the desk succeeds.

Benefits

Mentorship from industry veterans

High upside opportunity

Opportunity to build HFT team

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a quantitative/developer role or internships.
• Strong programming skills, especially in Python and ideally C++.
• Ability to tackle complex problems efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Get new HFT team live and profitable.
• Be the main Quant Dev responsible for team success.

Skills

Programming skills - Python

Programming skills - C++

Problem-solving

Innovation

Job description

Quantitative Developer (New HFT Desk)

Location: London

Company Overview: Tier 1 HFT (not Tower) running a high upside pod model for new desks.

Job Summary: Join a 1-4 person team as the Quant Dev to get new HFT strategies off the ground and frankly do whatever is necessary to make the team successful. You will wear multiple hats. It will not be perfect. You will learn a TON, and there's a lot of financial upside for you.

Responsibilities:

• Get new HFT team live and profitable
• You're THE Quant Dev - do whatever needs to get done to be successful

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in quantitative/developer role or internships
• Strong programming skills - Python, and ideally C++
• Understand how to hack your way through multi-faceted problems quickly
• Courageous in the face of challenges, and ready for constant innovation

What We Offer:

• Mentorship from industry veterans with billions in Pnl under their belt
• High upside opportunity - if your team succeeds, you will earn significantly more than a typical tier 1 Quant Dev role
• Opportunity to build HFT team from scratch
• Collaborative culture

Get in touch if you're looking for a challenge!

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