Software Engineer (Any OO)- Systematic Hedge Fund - Oxford Knight

Jobs via eFinancialCareers; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a cutting-edge systematic hedge fund that operates with a start-up vibe in London. This role is perfect for developers with a strong foundation in Object-Oriented Programming languages like C++, Java, or C#. You will be working on core trading systems, collaborating closely with traders to innovate and enhance in-house applications. With a focus on performance-sensitive systems, this position offers a unique opportunity to learn about financial markets without prior experience. Enjoy a vibrant work environment with excellent perks, including flexible work-from-home options and a fully stocked kitchen, while contributing to the success of a tech-driven firm.

Benefits

Incredible salary & bonus

Flexible WFH options

Daily catering - breakfast, lunch

Chill-out area with pool table

Competitive annual leave

Health and life insurance

Gym membership

Two discretionary performance-related bonuses a year

Qualifications

• Strong OO knowledge in C++, Java, or C# is essential.
• Degree in Computer Science or a numerate subject is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Developing and enhancing trading applications with traders.
• Improving performance of trading algorithms and systems.

Skills

Object-Oriented Programming (C++/Java/C#)

Team Collaboration

Desire to Learn Financial Markets

Commercial Awareness

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Numerate Subject

Tools

Agile Methodologies

Multithreaded Software Development

Cross-Platform Development (Windows and Linux)

Job description

Software Engineer (Any OO) - Systematic Hedge Fund

Location: Oxford Knight, London, United Kingdom

Salary: up to £200k + bonus

Company:
This hedge fund, with a cool start-up vibe, is the next big thing in systematic trading. Using the best technology and tools in the market, they are developing proprietary trading strategies, technology, and algorithms to make tens of thousands of trades per second. Technology is central to the success of this company: they rely heavily on the ultra-low latency of trades and high-performance code, proudly branding themselves 97% tech-driven and 'more like a software house' than a bank. Although they work with a range of technologies - C++/Java/C# - candidates with any OO experience will be considered.

This is an entirely UK-based fund and is one of the best performing systematic prop funds over the last 10 years. All of the major decision-makers are based in London - which is a very rare advantage.

Position:
They are seeking several strong developers to join the EU development team based in London. With experience developing in OO languages [C++ or Java or C#], you will work on one of the core trading systems. While you need NO financial knowledge, you should be keen to learn.

This role is business facing; working with traders to implement new ideas and further enhance the in-house developed trading applications whilst maintaining scalability.

Your key responsibilities will include:
Producing the best trading tools in London, finding new techniques on how to improve trading algorithms and systems, as well as improving performance on the current system.

Required:

• Excellent OO knowledge [C++ / Java / C#]
• Degree (or relevant qualification) - preferably Computer Science or numerate subject
• Desire and ability to learn more, particularly about financial markets
• Commercially aware, priorities in business context
• Strong team-oriented attitude with natural inclination to share and collaborate

Helpful:

• Understanding and experience developing mission-critical, performance-sensitive, real-time systems
• Experienced in multithreaded (and preferably network) software development
• Cross-platform development [Windows and Linux]
• Thorough understanding of software development methodologies - especially scrum/agile methods
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

NB: Please do not apply if you are a fresh graduate.

Benefits:

• Incredible salary & bonus
• Flexible WFH options
• Daily catering - breakfast, lunch, plus a fully stocked kitchen
• Chill-out area with pool table, table tennis, TV and Playstation
• Competitive annual leave
• Health and life insurance
• Gym membership
• Two discretionary performance-related bonuses a year

Contact:
If this sounds like you, or you would like to know more, please get in touch.
Andy Stirling-Martin
[e-mail]
020 3137 9579
linkedin.com/in/andrew-stirling-martin-7664a946