Software Developer (Python)

Squarepoint Capital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial technology company in Singapore is seeking a candidate skilled in Python and software development for critical trading systems. The role includes collaborating with experienced developers and researchers in a fast-paced environment, ideal for those eager to learn and contribute to innovative projects. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and communication skills to thrive in this challenging position.

Qualifications

• Up to 4 years experience in software or quant development.
• Eagerness to continuously learn new technologies.
• Experience with Python, git, and Linux.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with software developers and quant researchers.
• Work on systems that fuel trading success.
• Solve crucial problems at scale.

Skills

Python

Communication skills

Fast-paced work adaptability

Learning new technologies

Continuous learning

Fast-paced environment adaptation

Education

Degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Finance

Tools

git

Linux

KDB+

JavaScript

SQL

Job description

Please only apply to the one job you feel best fits your skillset and experience. If our team feels you are better suited for another role, we will reach out about the alternate opportunity.

Position Overview :

AtSquarepointwe use Python to build a great deal of the software needed to solve crucial problems every day. You will work on a wide range of systems that fuel our trading success including, but not limited to, core tooling and frameworks, data pipelines used to feed predictive models in research and trading, and software products used worldwide by traders and researchers.

You will collaborate with experienced software developers and quant researchers to enable the continued growth of our investment business, solving problems at scale, and gaining a unique chance to learn from some of the most talented individuals in the industry.

Required Qualifications :

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Applied Math, Physics, Quantitative Finance, or Financial Engineering / MFE
• Up to 4 years experience in a relevant role such as software or quant development, or similar
• Experience with Python, git, and Linux
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Eagerness to continuously learn new technologies and develop with us
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment

Nice to Have :

• Experience with any of C++, Rust, KDB+ / q, JavaScript / TypeScript / React
• Experience with database management systems and related technologies such as SQL
• Experience working in an investment or financial business is useful