At a Glance
- Tasks: Build and optimise trading strategies in the fast-paced crypto world.
- Company: Dynamic global quant firm with a start-up spirit and established stability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible WFH options, and significant growth opportunities.
- Other info: Exciting culture focused on collaboration and mutual respect.
- Why this job: Join a top crypto trading team and make a real impact in the ecosystem.
- Qualifications: 1+ year programming experience in Python or C++, strong coding standards.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
Compensation: Top of the market in HFT
Now crypto is booming again, this HFT fund is looking to double in size its crypto trading team. Looking for a hybrid quant/dev, skilled in Python or C++, who can excel in the fast-paced, rapidly changing world of cryptocurrency.
Unique in their field, they have the lively, positive spirit of a start-up with the stability of a longer-established player. They hire exceptional talent in Maths, Physics and Computer Science, from across the trading, tech and start-up industries, to apply cutting-edge research to global financial markets.
In this role, you will be directly responsible for advancing the team's trading footprint. Your work will include building and optimizing trading strategies; researching new protocols and datasources; designing and improving our research and trading systems; and collaborating with team members and others to advance the team's dual mission of being the top crypto trader in the world and a major contributor in the crypto ecosystem.
The successful Quant Dev will appreciate cleanly architected systems and is willing to do the dirty work to ensure team standards are raised. They will also make decisions to optimize the team's productivity, going the long way round if it helps make the code more scalable and robust. Very open to seeing devs who mid-long term are keen on relocating to Singapore.
Remote interviews are still possible, but all starts are now onsite and only if it specifies clearly is this role available fully remotely.
Requirements
- At least 1+ year of programming experience in Python or C++
- Exceptional programmer, with high personal coding standards
- Strong understanding of Unix and git
- Ability to drive long-term projects independently and creatively
- Bonus points for experience with distributed systems and/or an interest in open-source software
- Exposure to (or an interest in) cryptocurrencies is a big plus
NB: Please do not apply if you are a fresh graduate.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary & bonus
- They're willing to be flexible with WFH
- Enormous opportunity to grow, learn and have an impact
- Contributions are rewarded; career progression supported
- Unique culture where you can fulfil your potential through collaboration and mutual respect
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++ Quantitative Developer- Global Quant Firm in London 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.
