Senior Quant Dev: Trading Infra, London Desk

Mondrian Alpha; Greater London; On-site; GBP 360,000 - 440,000; Full time

Job summary

Mondrian Alpha in London is seeking an experienced Quantitative Developer to work directly for a Portfolio Manager on desk. You will help build and optimize trading and research infrastructure to support our investment strategy, partnering with quantitative researchers to implement algorithms and improve performance.

The successful candidate will bring 5+ years on-desk experience designing live trading systems, strong Python, SQL/database skills, and the ability to own projects end-to-end.

Qualifications

• 5+ years on-desk experience designing and developing live trading infrastructure.
• Proficient Python programming with deep understanding of trading systems.
• Experience connecting to execution and order management systems.
• Strong SQL/database design and handling large datasets.
• Able to work independently in a small team and own projects.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance desk trading and research infrastructure to support investment strategies.
• Collaborate with quantitative researchers to implement algorithms and optimize strategies.
• Interface with Traders and Senior Management to ensure robust delivery.

Skills

Python

On-desk experience

Execution systems

SQL / databases

Independent ownership

Ethics & compliance

Education

Master's in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Job description

Mondrian Alpha in London is seeking an experienced Quantitative Developer to work directly for a Portfolio Manager on desk. You will help build and optimize trading and research infrastructure to support our investment strategy, partnering with quantitative researchers to implement algorithms and improve performance.

The successful candidate will bring 5+ years on-desk experience designing live trading systems, strong Python, SQL/database skills, and the ability to own projects end-to-end.