Risk Software Engineer

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative global hedge fund is seeking a Risk Software Engineer to develop and implement technical solutions for risk management. This dynamic role involves crafting tools for Trading and Risk Analysts, optimizing risk monitoring frameworks, and ensuring high-quality data flow across various teams. You will gain exposure to diverse asset classes while working closely with experts in the field. The company offers an outstanding benefits package, including generous medical coverage and paid parental leave, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Generous medical coverage

Paid parental leave

Professional development support

Employee experience benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent degree required.
• Experience in Data Engineering and software development essential.

Responsibilities

• Build tools and infrastructure to support Risk Managers and Analysts.
• Optimize the operational framework for monitoring risk across the firm.
• Collaborate with teams to improve data flow and quality.

Skills

Data Engineering

Python

Java

C++

Machine Learning

Algorithm Development

Real-time Trading Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

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
• Data Engineering experience.
• Experience in development in (Python, Java, C++)
• 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.