At a Glance
- Tasks: Streamline processes and implement innovative quantitative strategies in a dynamic research environment.
- Company: Join a leading IT services firm in the heart of Central London.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, performance bonuses, comprehensive health insurance, and 28 days paid leave.
- Other info: Enjoy a vibrant office culture with snacks, lunches, and professional development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact with your coding skills and creativity in cutting-edge research.
- Qualifications: Strong Python, Java, and SQL skills; advanced problem-solving and innovative thinking required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Job Overview
We are looking for a Research Engineer with strong software development skills to join our team.
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of three years of relevant work experience.
Responsibilities
- Streamlining existing processes and assisting with the implementation of quantitative strategies
- Efficiently processing, storing, and retrieving extensive amounts of market data
- Maintenance of and improvements to proprietary backtesting framework
- Validation of existing models and implementation of automated regression tests
- Benchmarking and improving computational performance of research code
- Thorough examination of large volumes of post‑execution data
- Serve as the primary resource for software engineering challenges within the broader research team
Qualifications
- Strong expertise in Python, Java and SQL
- Advanced problem‑solving skills with a meticulous attention to detail
- Innovative thinking, creativity, and unwavering persistence
- Strong motivation to automate and optimize processes
- Willingness to navigate system constraints and challenge existing limits
- Capability to efficiently construct comprehensive data analysis pipelines including advanced statistics/machine learning concepts
- Flexibility to work beyond standard hours when required
- Experience in distributed/high‑performance computing
- A Master’s or Ph D degree in a highly quantitative discipline, such as mathematics, statistics, computer science, physics, or engineering is highly desirable
- We prioritise your programming skills, raw talent, and potential to make a meaningful impact and deliver value — over unnecessary bureaucracy
Benefits
- Attractive base salary
- Performance‑based bonus program
- Comprehensive Private Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Defined contribution pension plan
- 28 days of paid annual leave in addition to public holidays
- Complimentary lunch on Fridays
- Snacks and beverages
- Budget allocated for conferences and professional development
- Office located in Central London
- Visa sponsorship available
- Job Details
- Seniority level: Associate
- Employment type: Full‑time
- Job function: Other
- Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
If you find the above job description appealing, we invite you to submit your CV along with a concise cover letter that articulates your motivation for applying and highlights your suitability for the position.
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Research Engineer in London employer: Queueco
As a Research Engineer at our Central London office, you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that values innovation and creativity. We offer competitive salaries, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits including private medical insurance and generous annual leave, all while fostering an environment that prioritises your professional growth through continuous learning opportunities. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and research.
