Risk Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A world-leading global systematic hedge fund and trading company is seeking a Software Engineer in risk. This role will focus on developing technical solutions for Trading and Risk teams while enhancing risk data controls and analytics. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and have experience in machine learning, algorithms, and real-time trading development. An outstanding benefits package is included.

Benefits

Generous medical coverage

Paid parental leave

Employee-focused benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or an equivalent degree.
• Experience in machine learning, algorithms, strategy development, or real-time trading development.

Responsibilities

• Build tools and infrastructure to support Risk Managers and Risk Analysts.
• Extend and optimize the operational framework for monitoring risk.
• Monitor health and utilization of risk systems alongside traders and developers.

Skills

Machine Learning

Algorithms

Real-time Trading Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Job description

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A world-leading global systematic hedge fund and trading company is looking for a Software Engineer in risk.

You will work on crafting technical solutions for Trading, Risk Analysts, and Risk Managers. You will gain knowledge across a wide variety of asset classes while implementing and monitoring risk data controls and delivering risk analytics. You will be integral to the interaction between Risk Managers, Risk Development, and other central teams.

Responsibilities:

• Build tools and infrastructure to support Risk Managers and Risk Analysts
• Extend and optimize the operational framework used for monitoring and disseminating risk across the firm
• Work closely with subject matter experts from other teams to develop and improve data flow and quality
• Monitor the health and utilization of risk systems in collaboration with Trading, developers, and risk managers to proactively detect and resolve data issues

Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or an equivalent degree
• Experience in machine learning, algorithms, strategy development, or real-time trading development

Outstanding benefits package on offer to support you both professionally and personally. These benefits include generous medical coverage, paid parental leave, and other employee-focused benefits. For more information, please apply now.