Risk Software Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading global hedge fund is seeking a Risk Software Engineer to provide technical solutions for Trading and Risk teams. The role includes building tools for risk management and enhancing data quality across various asset classes. This position offers a competitive salary and an outstanding benefits package, emphasizing professional growth and employee well-being.

Benefits

Generous medical coverage

Paid parental leave

Variety of employee benefits

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Build tools and infrastructure for Risk Managers and Analysts.
• Optimize the operational framework for risk monitoring.
• Improve data flow and quality with subject matter experts.

Skills

Machine learning

Algorithm development

Real-time trading development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

Job description

Risk Software Engineer

A world-leading global systematic hedge fund and trading company are 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 the 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 continuously improve data flow and quality
• Work directly with Trading, developers and risk managers to monitor the health and utilization of risk systems to proactively detect/resolve data issues

Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent degree
• Machine learning, algo, strategy development or real-time trading development experience.

Outstanding benefits package on offer to support you both professionally and personally. These benefits include generous medical coverage, paid parental leave, and a variety of other benefits focused on providing the best employee experience. For more information please apply now.