Software Engineer - Risk Real Time

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A world-leading global systematic hedge fund seeks a Software Engineer to develop solutions for Trading and Risk teams in Cheltenham. This role involves building infrastructure, optimizing risk data frameworks, and collaborating across teams to ensure data quality. Exceptional benefits are included.

Benefits

Generous medical coverage

Paid parental leave

Variety of employee-focused benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in machine learning and algorithm development.
• Strong background in trading systems.

Responsibilities

• Build tools and infrastructure for Risk Managers and Analysts.
• Optimize the operational framework for risk monitoring.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance data flow and quality.

Skills

Machine learning

Algorithm development

Real-time trading development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Job description

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Software Engineer - Risk Real Time, Cheltenham

Client: [Client details not provided]

Location: Cheltenham

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

Software Engineer - Risk Real Time, eTrading, Futures, Equities, Options.

A world-leading global systematic hedge fund and trading company are looking for a Software Engineer (Risk Real Time). You will work on crafting technical solutions for Trading, Risk Analysts, and Risk Managers. You will gain knowledge across a wide variety of asset classes while implementing and monitoring risk data controls and delivering risk analytics. You will be integral to the interaction between Risk Managers, Risk Development, and other central teams.

Responsibilities:

• Build tools and infrastructure to support Risk Managers and Risk Analysts
• Extend and optimize the operational framework used for monitoring and disseminating risk across the firm
• Work closely with subject matter experts from other teams to develop and continuously improve data flow and quality
• Work directly with Trading, developers, and risk managers to monitor the health and utilization of risk systems to proactively detect/resolve data issues

Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• Machine learning, algo, strategy development, or real-time trading development experience

Outstanding benefits package on offer to support you both professionally and personally. These benefits include generous medical coverage, paid parental leave, and a variety of other benefits focused on providing the best employee experience.

If you would like to further discuss this position, please apply now.