IT & Software

Quantitative Developer Python C++ - MFT

Client Server

London · Greater London · United Kingdom

Overview

In this Quantitative Developer role, you will join a new team building a greenfield MFT platform for Equities trading. You’ll design, develop and implement trade execution algorithms using Python and C++, operating within TWAP/VWAP infrastructure. You will set technical direction, drive standards and own technical projects in a collaborative, high-impact environment. This is a chance to shape core trading systems at a global firm and contribute to scalable, data-driven decision making. A strong hook is the opportunity to influence architecture and deliver measurable performance improvements.

Pay / Benefits
  • base salary up to 175k
  • discretionary performance-based bonuses
  • 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
  • pension
  • medical, dental, life assurance, income protection
  • wellness expense reimbursement
Responsibilities
  • Build and own a greenfield MFT platform for equities trading
  • Design, develop and implement trade execution algorithms (Python & C++)
  • Work within TWAP/VWAP infrastructure
  • Set technical direction and drive coding standards
  • Take technical project ownership and collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Influence architecture and performance of the trading system
Key requirements
  • Expert-level Python skills
  • Ability to read and understand C++ code (Java also considered)
  • Experience with Python data libraries NumPy and Pandas
  • Experience with Mid-Frequency Trading (MFT) systems
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Collaborative with strong communication skills
  • BSc in Computer Science, Mathematics or Statistics with a 2:1 or above
  • collaborative
  • strong communication
  • problem solving
  • Python
  • C++
  • NumPy

Reference: WJ-747_30158786

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