At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and maintain Python-based pricing and analytics libraries for front-office teams.
- Company: Join a leading consulting firm in quantitative finance and technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic, fast-paced environment with excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in financial markets with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: 6+ years in Quant Development, strong Python skills, and a solid maths background.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Location: London, UK
Hybrid working – 2 to 3 days on-site (Canary Wharf)
Full time
Who We Are Looking For
- 6+ years’ experience as a Quant Developer or Quant Engineer within an investment bank or similar financial institution
- Proven exposure to front-office pricing, risk, or analytics platforms (Rates, FX, Equities, Credit, or XVA)
- Experience working closely with traders, quants, and risk teams in a production environment
- Strong academic background in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or Financial Engineering
Your Technical Competencies
- Advanced Python development (object-oriented design, performance optimisation, testing)
- Hands-on experience with pricing models, risk analytics, or P&L systems
- Strong understanding of numerical methods, statistics, and financial mathematics
- Experience with SQL and data-intensive systems
- Familiarity with distributed systems, APIs, and cloud environments is a plus
- Exposure to C++ or other low-level languages is advantageous
Your Ideal Behavioural Traits
- Comfortable operating in a front-office, fast-paced environment
- Strong ownership mindset with the ability to deliver under pressure
- Clear and confident communicator with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Collaborative and able to bridge the gap between quantitative and technology teams
Your Ideal Personality Traits
- Curious and analytical, with a passion for financial markets and quantitative problem-solving
- Detail-oriented while maintaining a pragmatic, delivery-focused approach
- Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable working with minimal supervision
- Resilient and adaptable in a constantly evolving trading environment
Your Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain Python-based pricing and analytics libraries used by front-office teams
- Implement and optimise models supporting risk, valuation, and P&L analysis
- Ensure robustness, scalability, and performance of production systems
- Partner with traders, quants, and risk teams to deliver high-impact solutions
- Contribute to the evolution of quantitative platforms and best engineering practices
Who We Are
Our Expertise
We provide high-impact consulting across five key domains:
- Quantitative Finance — Model design, implementation and validation.
- Risk & Regulatory — Risk frameworks and regulatory transformation.
- Data & AI — Data optimisation and AI adoption with strong governance.
- Digital & Technology — Cloud, engineering, automation and digital solutions.
- Transformation — Change management and large-scale delivery programmes.
Our Commitment
Built on excellence, collaboration and innovation, Quanteam partners with clients to strengthen resilience, accelerate transformation and build future-ready capabilities.
Senior Python Quant Developer in London employer: Quanteam
Quanteam is an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation, making it an ideal place for C++ Quant Developers looking to make a significant impact in the finance sector. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, we offer opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in a dynamic front-office environment, ensuring that our team members are equipped with the skills and knowledge to thrive in their careers. Located in a vibrant financial hub, our employees benefit from a stimulating work atmosphere and access to a network of industry leaders.
