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Robert Half are seeking an experienced Quantitative Developer to support the buildout of an automated trading system on an inital 3 months contract.

Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will be proficient in backend Python development and have direct experience integrating with the Interactive Brokers API.

  • Collaborate on the development of a fully automated trading system using Python and the Interactive Brokers API

  • Translate trading strategies and data logic into clean, production-ready code

  • Post-setup, focus will shift to:

    • System optimization for performance and reliability

    • Enhancing reporting and monitoring capabilities

    • Designing and implementing robust risk management controls

Requirements:

  • Proven experience building automated trading systems

  • Strong Python programming skills (backend focus)

  • Direct experience with the Interactive Brokers API is essential

  • Strong understanding of trading workflows, data pipelines, and risk controls

  • Able to work independently and deliver within tight timelines

Organisation:

  • 3 months initially, with potential for extension

  • Outside IR35

  • 5 days per week, based out of the London office

Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.

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