Python Engineer London (Hybrid) Up to £180,000 Bonus Comprehensive Benefits The Opportunity An industry-leading global hedge fund is looking for a Python Engineer to join its front-office technology team, partnering directly with Portfolio Managers, Quantitative Researchers, and Analysts to build the tools and platforms that drive investment performance. This is a highly visible, business-facing role where you'll develop critical technology used to support research, trading, and portfolio management activities. Your work will have a direct impact on investment decisions, operational efficiency, and overall trading performance. What You'll Be Doing Design, develop, and maintain Python-based applications supporting trading, research, and portfolio management Build bespoke analytics, reporting, and visualisation tools in collaboration with investment teams Develop and optimise data pipelines for large-scale financial datasets Automate complex workflows and enhance the efficiency of research and trading processes Work closely with Portfolio Managers, Quants, and Analysts to deliver innovative, business-critical solutions Why Join? Front-Office Environment Partner directly with investment professionals and gain exposure to live trading strategies and decision-making processes. ⚡ High Impact Work Build systems and tools that directly influence research, portfolio construction, and trading outcomes. Exceptional Team Collaborate with highly accomplished engineers, quants, and investment professionals in a collaborative, low-ego culture. Modern Technology & Ownership Take ownership of meaningful projects while working with cutting-edge technologies and large-scale datasets. Outstanding Compensation Receive a highly competitive compensation package, including performance-based bonuses and long-term career growth opportunities. ✅ What We're Looking For Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or another quantitative discipline Strong Python development experience within high-performance, data-intensive, or distributed environments Excellent software engineering fundamentals, including system design and code quality Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders ➕ Nice to Have Exposure to financial markets, trading systems, or quantitative research environments Experience working with large-scale data pipelines and cloud-based technologies Knowledge of equities, fixed income, derivatives, or alternative asset classes Interested? If you're a Python Engineer looking to work in a front-office environment where technology directly drives investment performance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact obloom@hunterbond.com for a confidential chat!
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