Rates Quant Developer

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

Northreach is a dynamic recruitment agency that connects businesses with top talent in the cell & gene therapy, fintech, and digital sectors. Our mission is to provide a seamless and personalized recruitment experience for clients and candidates, and to create a positive work environment that encourages equality, innovation, and professional growth.

Are you a talented Quant Developer with a passion for financial markets and innovative technology? We're partnering with a fast-growing global brokerage firm combining cutting-edge quantitative methods and technology to deliver exceptional trading solutions to hedge funds and asset managers worldwide.

As a Quant Developer, you will play a crucial role in advancing the firm's trading strategies and analytics capabilities. This is an opportunity to work alongside traders, quants, and developers in a collaborative environment where your technical expertise directly impacts trading decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design and enhance pricing models for the brokerage's products, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
2. Develop tools for identifying and optimizing trade opportunities, supporting traders and portfolio managers in making data-driven decisions.
3. Collaborate with trading desks to continually improve the firm's analytics and risk management platforms.
4. Gather and process a wide range of market and macroeconomic data to strengthen model performance.
5. Offer hands-on trading support by delivering real-time analytics and pricing solutions during market hours.

What We're Looking For:

1. An advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics.
2. A minimum of 3 years' experience in financial services, particularly in a quantitative development or similar role.
3. Strong programming skills, with expertise in Python, C++, or other object-oriented languages.
4. Proven experience in building pricing libraries and implementing quantitative financial models.
5. Sharp analytical thinking and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

If you're excited by the prospect of driving innovation and want to take your quant development career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and let's discuss how this incredible opportunity can align with your career goals!