Technical Architect / Lead Developer- Small Systematic Global Macro Fund

Oxford Knight; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An investment manager in London is seeking a Technical Architect / Lead Developer to shape their team and technology. Responsibilities include leading front and back-office systems development with an emphasis on mentorship. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience, especially in .Net and Python. This role provides significant autonomy and a collaborative environment, along with attractive remuneration and benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Autonomy in the role

Highly collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years' experience at similar financial institutions.
• Strong development background, deep SDLC knowledge, familiarity with DevOps.
• Hedge fund experience across the full stack of trading is very advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of front- and back-office systems.
• Build and manage a growing team of developers.
• Set standards and provide mentorship.

Skills

Hands-on .Net experience

Python experience

Deep SDLC knowledge

Familiarity with modern DevOps best practices

Outstanding communication skills

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Technical Architect / Lead Developer- Small Systematic Global Macro Fund, London

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Client:

Oxford Knight

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Technical Architect / Lead DeveloperSalary: circa £150-175k base, £250-300k TC

Summary:

This successful systematic investment manager is looking to hire a hands-on senior developer to be their technical lead. This exciting role will provide you with the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the firm's cutting-edge technology and to shape the team going forward.

Apany of circa 25 people with over $3bn AUM, you will be working on their systematic global macro fund as well as their new Quant Equity product.

As a hands-on lead, you'll spend at least 50% of your time developing front- and back-office systems. You'll also build and manage the growing team of developers, setting standards and providing mentorship.

This role would be perfect for someone who is looking for greater ownership and thrives in a collaborative environment where there is a strong focus on teamwork and idea-sharing.

Skills and Experience Required:

Minimum 8+ years' experience at similar financial institutions

Strong development background, including hands-on .Net and/or Python experience, deep SDLC knowledge, and familiarity with modern DevOps best practices

Outstandingmunication skills,fortable presentingplex tech solutions to senior management and stakeholders

Hedge fund experience across the full stack of trading is very advantageous

Near-future availability to start a new role would be a huge plus

Benefits:

Flexible working opportunities

Huge amounts of autonomy and an entrepreneurial culture

Highly collaborative, with the chance to have a huge impact

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 feel you're suitable for this role, want to hear about similar positions, or would like help hiring similar developers for yourpany, then please send your CV or get in touch:

Richard Allan

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