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Quantitative Developer, Equities & Futures

London Area, United Kingdom

Quantitative Developer, Equities & Futures

Multi-Strat Hedge Fund London Area, United Kingdom

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Department:Equities and Futures Trading Pod

Position Type:Full-time

About the Company

Join a leading global hedge fund with a strong track record of delivering superior returns through sophisticated trading strategies and cutting-edge technology. Our firm operates across various asset classes, including equities, futures, fixed income, and more. We foster a collaborative environment where innovative ideas are encouraged, and employees are empowered to excel.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Quantitative Developer with expertise in C++ to join our Equities and Futures Trading Pod in London. This role is integral to the development and enhancement of our trading algorithms, quantitative models, and high-performance trading systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantitative development, a deep understanding of financial markets, and the ability to work closely with traders, quantitative researchers, and other developers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Algorithm Development:Design, develop, and optimize trading algorithms for equities and futures markets using C++.
  • Quantitative Model Implementation:Collaborate with quantitative researchers to translate mathematical models into robust, efficient, and scalable code.
  • System Performance Optimization:Ensure high performance and low latency of trading systems through rigorous optimization and testing of C++ code.
  • Backtesting and Simulation:Develop tools and frameworks for backtesting trading strategies and running simulations to validate model performance.
  • Data Analysis:Analyze large datasets to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities that can inform trading strategies.
  • Collaboration:Work closely with traders, quants, and other developers to integrate new features and enhancements into the trading platform.
  • Code Review & Maintenance:Participate in code reviews, maintain high code quality standards, and contribute to the continuous improvement of development practices.
  • Risk Management:Develop and integrate risk management tools to monitor and mitigate potential risks in trading strategies.

Qualifications

  • Educational Background:Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative discipline.

Programming Skills:

  • Expertise in C++:Strong proficiency in C++ (11/14/17) with a focus on performance optimization, memory management, and multithreading.
  • Additional Languages:Proficiency in Python, R, or other scripting languages is a plus.
  • Market Expertise:In-depth knowledge of equities and futures markets, with a strong understanding of market microstructure and trading strategies.
  • Quantitative Skills:Familiarity with mathematical modeling, statistical analysis, and machine learning techniques.

Experience:

  • Industry Experience:3+ years of experience as a Quantitative Developer or similar role within a hedge fund, proprietary trading firm, or investment bank.
  • Algorithmic Trading:Proven track record of developing and deploying successful trading algorithms in live markets.

Seniority level

  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment typeFull-time

Job function

  • Job functionInformation Technology
  • IndustriesInvestment Management

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