Risk Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global systematic hedge fund is seeking a Risk Software Engineer to develop technical solutions for Trading and Risk teams. In this role, you will enhance risk data controls and deliver analytics while collaborating with various experts. The position offers an outstanding benefits package including generous medical coverage and paid parental leave.

Benefits

Generous medical coverage

Paid parental leave

Variety of other benefits

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Build tools and infrastructure to support Risk Managers and Analysts.
• Extend and optimize the operational framework for monitoring risk.
• Collaborate with teams to improve data flow and quality.
• Monitor risk systems to detect and resolve data issues.

Skills

Machine learning

Algorithm development

Strategy 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 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:

1. Build tools and infrastructure to support the Risk Managers and Risk Analysts.
2. Extend and optimize the operational framework used for monitoring and disseminating risk across the firm.
3. Work closely with subject matter experts from other teams to develop and continuously improve data flow and quality.
4. Work directly with Trading, developers, and risk managers to monitor the health and utilization of risk systems to proactively detect and resolve data issues.

Skills Required:

1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science or an equivalent degree.
2. Experience in machine learning, algorithm development, 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 a variety of other benefits focused on providing the best employee experience. For more information, please apply now.