Software Engineer - Hedge Fund

Referment has partnered with a top hedge fund that is seeking a Software Engineer to join their high-performing Engineering team. This role offers excellent compensation and the chance to thrive in an environment that promotes autonomy, innovation, and career success.

Key Benefits:

• Excellent Compensation: A highly competitive salary and benefits package, rewarding your skills and contributions.
• Hybrid Working: Flexible hybrid working model, allowing you to balance remote work with in-office collaboration, promoting work-life balance.

The Role:

As a Software Engineer, you’ll join a talented team of four developers, supporting key tools for position and risk management, conviction-building, post-trading analysis, and performance analysis. You’ll work closely with business stakeholders at all levels, providing solutions through the full SDLC process.

Technologies and Platform:

• Core platform built with .NET (C#), SQL Server, and KDB.
• A WPF desktop for core functionality and a Python-based strategy platform for bespoke user solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand the needs of CIOs and portfolio managers.
• Implement solutions across all SDLC phases, from design to maintenance.
• Create reusable components for the strategic platform.
• Ensure high-quality work through code reviews and technology development.
• Provide user support and effectively monitor the system.

Essential Skills:

• Extensive software engineering experience in the financial industry, preferably with exposure to capital markets.
• Strong C# skills and expertise in design patterns, architecture, data structures, multi-threading, and RESTful services.
• Proficiency in Python and creating Python APIs/libraries.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Experience with relational databases and SDLC tools like Git and JIRA.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with WPF and WPF design patterns.
• Knowledge of equity trading and risk management.

• This is an excellent opportunity to join a cutting-edge firm with a collaborative environment, where you’ll have the support to excel and grow your career in a flexible and rewarding setting.