Quantitative Developer (C++)

Gravitas Recruitment Group Hong Kong; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Gravitas Recruitment Group Hong Kong is seeking a Python Quantitative Developer to join a multinational hedge fund in Hong Kong. You will work with researchers to design, implement, and deploy software for research and trading, owning projects end-to-end and building scalable workflows.

You will collaborate with technologists and researchers across asset classes, ensuring reusable components and high-quality technical implementations within an on-site role starting 02/09/2026.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in applied math, physics, engineering, quantitative finance, or computer science.
• Demonstrated experience in Python within a quantitative development environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration within cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with quantitative researchers to design and build scalable workflows for research and trading.
• Lead ownership of projects from inception through full engineering lifecycle.
• Deliver reusable components and scalable software for cross-team initiatives.
• Work with technologists and researchers across asset classes to meet objectives.

Skills

Python

Quant dev

Agile

Communication

Education

Applied math/physics/engineering/quant finance/CS

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Job description

Python Quantitative Developer

The Python Quantitative Developer role involves working within the Quantitative Development team to collaborate closely with quantitative researchers, designing, implementing, and deploying software for research and trading activities. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to cross-team initiatives across multiple asset classes, with a focus on building scalable research workflows.

Our client is a multinational hedge fund operating within the financial services sector, committed to advancing quantitative research and trading strategies through innovative technology solutions.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will be part of a team that works directly with researchers to deliver efficient software solutions. You will have ownership of projects from inception through full engineering lifecycle, ensuring the development of reusable components and scalable workflows. The role requires effective collaboration with technologists and researchers and delivering high-quality technical implementations.

• Collaborate with quantitative researchers to design and build efficient and scalable workflows for research and trading
• Drive cross-team initiatives with technologists and researchers across all asset classes to meet the organisation’s objectives
• Assume strong ownership of projects throughout their entire engineering lifecycle
• Build and deploying software components that maximise re-use and global consistency

Key Skills & Experience

• Demonstrate at least 4 years’ experience with Python in a quantitative development environment
• Apply knowledge of modern software development practices: version control, agile development
• Communicate technical concepts effectively within a team setting

Requirements

• Hold a degree in applied math, physics, engineering, quantitative finance, or computer science
• On-site employment in Hong Kong
• Available to start on 02/09/2026, with a temporary engagement of 2 weeks