At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a leading hedge fund to develop a cutting-edge risk engine using Java.
- Company: High-profile systematic trading hedge fund with a tech-driven culture.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid work model, and a relaxed atmosphere.
- Other info: Opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive, tech-focused team.
- Why this job: Work on innovative projects in a dynamic environment while earning great money.
- Qualifications: 10+ years of Java experience and a strong understanding of distributed systems.
The predicted salary is between 108000 - 132000 £ per year.
Senior Java Engineer – Hedge Fund Contract Outside IR35 1200 PDJan Start Hybrid Quant Capital is urgently looking for a Senior Java Engineer to join our high profile client.
Our client is a well known Systematic Trading Hedge Fund.
They like technology especially the opensource variety as well as scalability and robust performance (much like their track record).
They currently run around 2 billion in liquid capital.
The business has expanded continuously and is building a new risk engine for their systematic fund clients.
This role will be working with a large distributed system (Built in Java) automating a large volume of realtime data into a portfolio management system.
I am looking for a proficient developer with good data knowledge and an understanding of latency.
I am looking for an engineer with strong core Java knowledge who is happy to learn risk.
You should be happy to expand a data platform from scratch with some serious help on the financial side.
The Java Engineer Must have:· 2:1 Computer Science degree from a Red Brick UK or EU University· 10+ years plus commercial development experience· Strong and demonstrable low-level Java experience· Sockets· Byte Buffers· Strong Database skills· Messaging· Code generation· Currently using Java 8 +· An Understanding of computing fundamentals, object orientated programming, threading, concurrency and distributed systems The environment is that of Facebook or Google, relaxed open with time to think and make the right decisions.
The atmosphere is calm and relaxed with an open dress code.
This is a role for technologists, those who are motivated by the sharp end of technology and the possibility of making serious money doing something you are passionate about.
My client is based in Central London but does not require office work unless a core meeting is called.
Distributed Systems , Scale, Java, EC2, Dev Ops, Linux, AWS, Java, CLoudwatch
Senior Java Engineer – Hedge Fund- Contract Outside IR35 employer: Quant Capital
Quant Capital is an excellent employer for those looking to thrive in the fintech sector, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. With substantial training and development opportunities, employees can enhance their skills while enjoying a flexible hybrid work model in the heart of London. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that values growth and cutting-edge technology.
