Salary: £62,000 - 102,000 per year
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
- Excellent software development skills in modern C++ and Python
- Strong understanding of object oriented design, data structures and algorithms
- Strong understanding of quantitative finance mathematics
- Solid foundation in programming with the ability to think, communicate, and code clearly
- Solid understanding of computer systems at every level of abstraction, including hardware, OS, memory, and network
- Skills in multi-threaded applications
- Understanding of how to build software for long term use and broad adoption
- Demonstrated ability to produce algorithmic code in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Work with researchers to implement research studies, simulate trading strategies, and develop algorithms to compete in financial markets
- Design trading strategy simulation software optimized for distributed computation
- Develop software for large scale data acquisition, storage, accessibility, and visualization
- Create user interfaces for data exploration and post trade analysis
- Accelerate the research lifecycle from strategy prototype to production deployment
- Evaluate new technology and improve our technology stack
Technologies
- Hardware
- Network
- Python
- C++
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We are a diversified trading firm with over three decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, and we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk. Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities, and Energy across major global markets. We have also expanded our expertise and technology into real estate, venture capital, and cryptoassets. We operate with respect, curiosity, and open minds, and we value high expectations, integrity, innovation, and a willingness to challenge consensus. As a Research Engineer, you will join a systematic research team of experienced technologists, quantitative researchers, and traders, with access to cutting-edge technology, mentorship from industry-leading engineers, training, continuing education opportunities, and immediate responsibility.
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Research Engineer employer: DRW
At DRW, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. As a Technisch engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team where your contributions directly impact our trading strategies, all while enjoying opportunities for professional growth in a cutting-edge environment. With a commitment to integrity and high expectations, we empower our employees to take ownership of their work and explore new technologies, making DRW a truly rewarding place to advance your career.
