Quantitative Developer - Java, Concurrency, Distributed Systems, Message-Oriented Architectures

Scope AT Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global electronic-trading firm is seeking a Quantitative Developer for its London office. In this hybrid role, you will analyze market microstructure and improve algorithmic trading performance using Java and Python. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of Java experience, strong analytical skills, and qualifications in a quantitative field.

Qualifications

• 3+ years Java experience with strong focus on concurrency and testing.
• Experience with electronic trading strategies and familiarity with distributed systems.
• Deep knowledge of European equity market microstructure.

Responsibilities

• Analyse trading data to enhance algorithmic performance.
• Design and implement updates in Java.
• Collaborate with other teams on deployment.
• Work directly with clients for feedback and consulting.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Java programming

Communication skills

Python programming

Education

Master's or PhD in a quantitative or computational discipline

Job description

Quantitative Developer - Java, concurrency, distributed systems, message-oriented architectures, Python, large-scale data analysis

A global electronic-trading firm is hiring a Quantitative Developer for its London team. The role focuses on analysing market microstructure, improving algorithmic trading behaviour, and implementing changes directly in Java-based production systems. It combines research, modelling, coding, and client-facing quantitative work.

Responsibilities

• Analyse trading data and market microstructure to enhance algorithmic performance.
• Design and implement models and strategy-logic updates (primarily in Java).
• Collaborate with engineering, testing, and support teams on deployment.
• Work with clients to explain model behaviour, gather feedback, and support execution consulting.

Requirements

• Strong analytical mindset; clear communication skills.
• 3+ years Java experience (concurrency, Java 8+, testing, DI).
• Experience with electronic trading strategies; familiarity with distributed systems.
• Deep knowledge of European equity market microstructure.
• Strong Python and/or Java coding skills.
• Experience with high-frequency/low-latency environments and large-scale data is a plus.
• Master's or PhD in a quantitative or computational discipline.

Permanent/Hybrid Working

London