VP Quantitative Developer - Java

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank is seeking a VP Quantitative Developer for its front-office trading team in London. The ideal candidate will have strong Java skills and over 5 years of experience in front-office trading technology. This role involves designing scalable frameworks and implementing trading algorithms in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in front-office trading technology.
• Strong proficiency in Java, with experience in low-latency systems.
• Experience with algorithmic trading and electronic cash equities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable frameworks for smart order routing & execution strategies.
• Design & implement equities trading algorithms.
• Collaborate with traders, quants, and engineers in a high-performance environment.

Skills

Java

kdb+/q

C++

trading tech

algorithm trading

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Financial Engineering

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Quant Developer – Front Office | Top Investment Bank | London

We’re hiring a Quantitative Developer to join a leading investment bank’s front-office trading team in London.

What You’ll Do:

• Build scalable frameworks for smart order routing & execution strategies
• Design & implement equities trading algorithms
• Collaborate with traders, quants, and engineers
• Work in a low-latency, high-performance environment

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years in front-office trading tech
• Strong Java (low-latency systems); kdb+/q or C++ a plus
• Experience with electronic cash equities / algo trading
• Degree in CS, Financial Engineering, or similar

Location: London

Process: Streamlined 5-stage interview