Software Developer (Python)

Squarepoint Capital; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious finance firm seeks a software/quant developer in London. The role involves using Python to develop key tools and systems for trading operations while collaborating with top-tier professionals in the industry. This opportunity promises growth and learning in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Up to 4 years experience in software or quant development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to continuously learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Build software solutions needed to solve crucial trading problems.
• Collaborate with experienced developers and quant researchers.
• Work on core tooling, data pipelines, and software products.

Skills

Python

Git

Linux

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Continuous Learning

Fast-paced Environment

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Computer Engineering

Degree in Applied Math

Degree in Physics

Degree in Quantitative Finance

Degree in Financial Engineering/MFE

Tools

SQL

Job description

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Please only apply to the one job you feel best fits your skillset and experience. If our team feels you are better suited for another role, we will reach out about the alternate opportunity.

Position Overview:

AtSquarepointwe use Python to build a great deal of the software needed to solve crucial problems every day. You will work on a wide range of systems that fuel our trading success including, but not limited to, core tooling and frameworks, data pipelines used to feed predictive models in research and trading, and software products used worldwide by traders and researchers.

You will collaborate with experienced software developers and quant researchers to enable the continued growth of our investment business, solving problems at scale, and gaining a unique chance to learn from some of the most talented individuals in the industry.

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Applied Math, Physics, Quantitative Finance, or Financial Engineering/MFE
• Up to 4 years experience in a relevant role such as software or quant development, or similar
• Experience with Python, git, and Linux
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Eagerness to continuously learn new technologies and develop with us
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment

Nice to Have:

• Experience with database management systems and related technologies such as SQL
• Experience working in an investment or financial business is useful