VP Quant Platform Developer – Trading Tech & Risk

Johnson Matthey; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company located in the City of Westminster is seeking a QIS Platform Developer to design scalable trading and risk platforms. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Python and experience in quantitative investment strategies. Responsibilities include enhancing platform performance, contributing to system architecture, and mentoring junior developers. This position offers a high-impact role with collaboration across Trading and Technology teams in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in Python and familiarity with additional languages like C++ or Rust.
• Proven experience designing and deploying complex production systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain trading and risk platforms.
• Partner with traders and quants for scalable solutions.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in platform strategy.

Skills

Python

C++

Rust

Software engineering principles

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Job description

A global technology company located in the City of Westminster is seeking a QIS Platform Developer to design scalable trading and risk platforms. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Python and experience in quantitative investment strategies. Responsibilities include enhancing platform performance, contributing to system architecture, and mentoring junior developers. This position offers a high-impact role with collaboration across Trading and Technology teams in a dynamic environment.