Senior Python Quant Developer - Systematic Trading (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

Growth opportunities

Exposure to diverse asset classes

Job summary

Oxford Knight in London seeks a Senior Python Quant Developer to build components for live trading and simulations. You will contribute to systematic, computer-driven trading across equities, futures, and FX in a hybrid setup.

The role requires 5+ years in Python within quantitative finance, a Masters/PhD in a quantitative field, and a right-to-work in the UK. The salary is generous and the firm offers growth in a premier investment environment.

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in Computer Science or another quantitative discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience designing and implementing Python-based solutions in a quantitative finance context.
• Proven expertise in systematic trading strategies and financial market data.
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Build critical components for live trading and simulations.
• Contribute to systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across asset classes.
• Collaborate with a team deploying advanced computational methods to drive market performance.

Skills

Python

Quantitative Finance

Systematic Trading

Algorithms

Software Engineering

Education

Masters or PhD in Computer Science or quantitative discipline

Job description

Oxford Knight in London seeks a Senior Python Quant Developer to build components for live trading and simulations. You will contribute to systematic, computer-driven trading across equities, futures, and FX in a hybrid setup.

The role requires 5+ years in Python within quantitative finance, a Masters/PhD in a quantitative field, and a right-to-work in the UK. The salary is generous and the firm offers growth in a premier investment environment.