Software Engineering Manager - Machine Learning- Systematic Quant Fund

Oxford Knight; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quant fund in London is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team focused on machine learning infrastructure. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in software engineering with proven leadership skills. This hands-on role will involve driving the integration of advanced ML capabilities into production systems. Competitive salary and a quick interview process are offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in software engineering, including team leadership.
• Deep ML infra & distributed systems expertise.
• Strong Python; working knowledge of C++/Java.

Responsibilities

• Head a small, high-performing team focused on core ML infrastructure.
• Own technical direction and drive integration of advanced ML capabilities.
• Lead 6-7 experienced engineers in a hands-on leadership role.

Skills

Software engineering leadership

Machine learning infrastructure

Python

C++

Java

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Software Engineering Manager - Machine Learning- Systematic Quant Fund, London

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Oxford Knight

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Software Engineering Manager - Machine LearningLocation: London, UK

Top Quant fund an experienced Engineering Manager / Tech Lead Manager to head a small, high-performing team focused on core ML infrastructure - distributed model training, LLM hosting/fine-tuning, and scalable deployment systems.

You'll own technical direction, lead 6-7 experienced engineers, and drive the integration of advanced ML capabilities into real-world, high-stakes systems. This is a hands-on leadership role within a deeply technical environment. Short interview process.

You should have:

8+ years in software engineering, including team leadership

Deep ML infra & distributed systems expertise

Strong Python; working knowledge of C++/Java

Proven ability to build and scaleplex, production-grade systems

Not a fit for junior or first-time managers.

Whilst we carefully review all applications, to all jobs, due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not possible to respond to those who have not been successful.

Contact
If you think you're a good match for the role and would like further info, please contact:

Ali Wilson

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