At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and fine-tune algorithmic strategies for quant trading teams using C++ or Python.
- Company: Leading global quant firm with a start-up spirit and established stability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, free meals, and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with potential to transition into trading roles.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in high-frequency trading while working with some of the brightest minds.
- Qualifications: 2+ years programming experience in C++ or Python; analytical mindset and passion for trading.
Salary: 200k base + bonus Summary Lively, positive spirit of a start-up, with the stability of a longer-established player, this leading quant firm is looking for talented software developers skilled in C++ (ideally C++ 17/20) or Python.
You will join the centralized trading team which provides strategy oversight, market knowledge, plus technical and analytical capabilities to the quant trading teams.
You will have the ability to contribute to the HFT s pnl by tuning other trading teams strategies.
Developers here are highly valued and well-rewarded for hard work, and as a result, are some of the brightest minds from across the trading, tech and start-up industries.
In this role, you will be responding to emerging economic conditions and breaking news, enabling the quant trading teams to do their absolute best work as you provide them with fine-tuned algorithmic strategies.
This team performs an important research function within the firm, so you will also gain exposure to the development of new tools and performing strategy analysis in order to better understand the markets.
This group sits outside of trading teams, but is pivotal to the success of the company.
Long term there is the possibility to move into a trading group.
The successful C++ Developer will be inquisitive and self-driven, a skilled communicator, and a technologist who has a passion for trading.
Requirements Highly analytical mind - in thinking critically, identifying patterns decision-making Minimum 2+ years programming experience - C++ and/or Python Ideally experience with C++ 17/20 Self-starter, who is always looking for ways to improve the business Excellent understanding of Linux administration Desirable High performance computing / stats or ML / computer architecture experience Keen interest in and desire to learn about HFT and financial markets NB: Please do not apply if you are a fresh graduate.
Benefits Competitive base salary bonus Enormous opportunity to grow, learn and have an impact Contributions are rewarded; career progression supported Free breakfast, lunch and dinner Whilst we carefully review all applications, to all jobs, due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not possible to respond to those who have not been successful.
Contact If this sounds like you, or you d like to know more, please get in touch.
Andy Stirling-Martin andy@oxfordknight. co. uk 020 3137 9579 linkedin. com/in/andrew-stirling-martin-7664a946
C++ Developer- Global Quant Firm employer: Oxford Knight
As one of the world's leading algorithmic trading firms, we offer an exceptional work environment where innovation thrives. Our friendly and informal culture fosters collaboration across teams, allowing you to tackle complex challenges with cutting-edge technologies while enjoying a market-leading salary and generous benefits. Join us to make a significant impact in the financial sector and advance your career in a role that values your contributions and expertise.
