Quantitative Developer – Systematic Hedge Fund - Excellent Compensation + Benefits

Mondrian Alpha; Greater London; On-site; GBP 360,000 - 440,000; Full time

Job summary

Mondrian Alpha in London is seeking an experienced Quantitative Developer to work directly for a Portfolio Manager on desk. You will help build and optimize trading and research infrastructure to support our investment strategy, partnering with quantitative researchers to implement algorithms and improve performance.

The successful candidate will bring 5+ years on-desk experience designing live trading systems, strong Python, SQL/database skills, and the ability to own projects end-to-end.

Qualifications

• 5+ years on-desk experience designing and developing live trading infrastructure.
• Proficient Python programming with deep understanding of trading systems.
• Experience connecting to execution and order management systems.
• Strong SQL/database design and handling large datasets.
• Able to work independently in a small team and own projects.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance desk trading and research infrastructure to support investment strategies.
• Collaborate with quantitative researchers to implement algorithms and optimize strategies.
• Interface with Traders and Senior Management to ensure robust delivery.

Skills

Python

On-desk experience

Execution systems

SQL / databases

Independent ownership

Ethics & compliance

Education

Master's in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Job description

My client, a Leading US Systematic Hedge Fund, are seeking an experienced Quantitative Developer to sit on desk work directly for Portfolio Manager within their London office.

In this role you will sit on desk and work closely with a new portfolio manager to help him build out his trading and research infrastructure to support their investment strategy. In particular, you will be working closely with quantitative researchers to develop and implement algorithms and help with strategy optimisation.

You will be joining a highly successful portfolio manager, imbedded within a highly successful investment team, and will have continuous exposure to and interaction with Traders and Senior Management.

Requirements:

• Strong programming skills in Python
• 5+ years of experience on desk experience designing and developing live trading infrastructure at a financial institution
• Experience handling connections to execution/order management systems
• Experience with SQL, database design, and large datasets
• Willing to take ownership of his/her work, working both independently and within a small team
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards
• Master’s in computer science or software engineering

A successful candidate must come from financial services and have an in-depth and excellent understanding of Python

My client anticipates to pay a strong performer upwards of £400k year 1 total compensation package. As well as a market-leading compensation package, they offer exceptional benefits including a top-tier healthcare package, fully subsidised qualifications plus breakfast and lunch paid for each day.