Senior Python Quant Developer - Hybrid (London)

Naija UK Connect Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Job summary

Oxford Knight in London seeks a Senior Python Quant Developer for a full‑time role focused on systematic trading. You will build live trading components and sophisticated simulators across equities, futures and FX in a fast-paced, premier investment setting.

The ideal candidate has a Masters or PhD in CS or a quantitative field, 5+ years of Python-based experience in quantitative finance, and deep knowledge of data structures, algorithms and HPC concepts.

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in Computer Science or quantitative discipline.
• Minimum 5 years designing Python-based solutions in a quantitative finance context.
• Proven expertise in systematic trading strategies and financial markets.
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.

Responsibilities

• Build components for live trading and simulation environments.
• Develop systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across asset classes.
• Collaborate with a high-skilled team in a premier investment setting.

Skills

Python

Quant finance

Systematic trading

Data structures

HPC

Education

Masters/PhD in CS or quantitative

Job description

Oxford Knight in London seeks a Senior Python Quant Developer for a full‑time role focused on systematic trading. You will build live trading components and sophisticated simulators across equities, futures and FX in a fast-paced, premier investment setting.

The ideal candidate has a Masters or PhD in CS or a quantitative field, 5+ years of Python-based experience in quantitative finance, and deep knowledge of data structures, algorithms and HPC concepts.