Financial Developer

Financial Developer

Full-Time 135000 - 165000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Selby Jennings

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join a top team to develop cutting-edge trading systems and frameworks.
  • Company: World-class firm at the forefront of quantitative research and trading.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, collaborative culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on best practices and robust testing.
  • Why this job: Make a real-world impact by translating innovative ideas into production-quality code.
  • Qualifications: Strong programming skills in Python or C++, and exceptional academic achievements.

The predicted salary is between 135000 - 165000 Β£ per year.

Join a world-class team shaping the future of quantitative research and trading. Our client is seeking an academically exceptional Quantitative Developer to be part of their London build-out. This is a unique opportunity to apply cutting-edge engineering and quantitative skills in a highly collaborative environment.

You'll work on delivering market data to trading systems, building integrated research and execution frameworks for high-performance predictors, and designing advanced simulation platforms in a cloud-native setting. Expect to partner closely with leading researchers, translating innovative ideas into production-quality code that drives real-world impact.

  • Champion best practices in software engineering across the team
  • Build robust testing frameworks for all trading components
  • Develop automated, fault-tolerant monitoring and tracking systems

Proven experience as a Research Engineer, Software Engineer, or Quantitative Developer. Strong programming expertise in Python and/or C++. Exceptional academic credentials from a top-tier university, with notable achievements such as Dean's List or equivalent honors.

Financial Developer employer: Selby Jennings

Selby Jennings is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of London. Employees benefit from extensive growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and a supportive environment that encourages professional development, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the finance technology sector.

Selby Jennings

Contact Details:

Selby Jennings Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Financial Developer

Quantitative Research
Software Engineering
Python
C++
Cloud-Native Development
Market Data Integration
High-Performance Computing