Data Engineer - Trading Platform - Global Quant Firm in England

Data Engineer - Trading Platform - Global Quant Firm in England

England Full-Time 59400 - 72600 £ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Build and manage datasets for quants and traders in a dynamic trading platform.
  • Company: Global quantitative hedge fund with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, global teamwork, and impactful projects.
  • Other info: Exciting opportunities for growth in a fast-paced financial environment.
  • Why this job: Join a leading firm and directly influence trading performance with your data skills.
  • Qualifications: Experience in Python, databases, and ETL processes.

The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 £ per year.

A world‑leading global quantitative hedge fund is looking for a Data Engineer to support their systematic trading and research platform, with a focus on building, managing, and scaling datasets used directly by quants and traders.

You will be responsible for developing automated ETL pipelines, integrating new and alternative datasets, implementing data quality checks, and contributing to the firm’s core data framework while working closely with research and trading teams.

Stack:

  • Python
  • Databases/Datalakes
  • Git

The firm offers a highly collaborative, global environment with strong ownership, close interaction with quants and traders, and the opportunity to work on data systems that directly impact trading performance.

Please get in touch if this is of interest.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering and Finance

Industries: Financial Services, Investment Banking, Banking

Data Engineer - Trading Platform - Global Quant Firm in England employer: Paragon Alpha - Hedge Fund Talent Business

Paragon Alpha is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture, ideal for professionals seeking to make a significant impact in the hedge fund industry. With a strong emphasis on employee development, we offer ample growth opportunities and support for continuous learning, ensuring our team members thrive in their careers. Located in a vibrant financial hub, our office provides a stimulating environment where innovative ideas are encouraged and rewarded.

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Contact Details:

Paragon Alpha - Hedge Fund Talent Business Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Data Engineer - Trading Platform - Global Quant Firm in England

Python
SQL
Problem-Solving Skills
Communication Skills
Data Engineering
Data Pipeline Development
API Integration