Quantitative Developer - High Frequency Trading Firm

Quantitative Developer – High Frequency Trading Firm

We are currently looking for an experienced Quantitative Developer for a high-frequency proprietary trading firm.

In this role you will be in charge of improving the current research framework through the development of existing and new tools, and provide close day-to-day support to the quantitative research team on-site.

Responsibilities:

• Iterating quickly with on-site quantitative researchers on the research processes in order to improve the desk\’s quantitative trading strategies P&L
• Developing Python tools used in trading strategies research
• Improving the existing simulation/backtest framework
• Monitoring & maintenance of quantitative research jobs
• Help global research team on EMEA-related research through various communication channels

Qualifications:

• Bachelor\’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). A Master\’s degree is preferred
• Strong proficiency in Python and statistical libraries, including Numpy, Pandas, and Polars
• At least 5 years of experience in Python development
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative and geographically distributed environment
• Experience with C++ development
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Bash
• Experience with workflow management and task scheduling
• Good knowledge of both Equities and Equity Derivatives trading

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology and Finance

Industries: Financial Services and Investment Management

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