At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and build efficient workflows for research and trading using Python.
- Company: Join a leading quantitative development team at Squarepoint.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with strong ownership and career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Make an impact by collaborating with experts in finance and technology.
- Qualifications: Degree in a quantitative field and 4+ years of experience with Python.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
The Quantitative Development team works directly with quantitative researchers to design, implement, deploy and use software for research and trading. As part of the technology team, the team follows modern software development principles and works with peers in technology to mature and evolve these tools for wider use. Quantitative developers drive cross-team initiatives with technologists and quantitative researchers across all asset classes to achieve Squarepoint’s objectives.
- Work with quantitative researchers to design and build efficient and scalable workflows for research and trading
- Collaborate closely with team members and peers in technology to ensure global consistency and maximize re-use of software components
- Assume strong ownership of projects throughout their full engineering lifecycle
- Provide level 2 support for critical components
Required qualifications:
- Degree in applied math, physics, engineering, quantitative finance, computer science
- 4 or more years’ experience with Python, C++, or KDB+/q
- Knowledge of finance, data storage, processing and analysis
- Experience with modern software development: version control, agile development
- Excellent technical communication skills
Nice to have:
- Advanced quantitative skills
- Experience with requirements analysis and designing software solutions
- Experience with continuous integration (CI), logging and monitoring systems
- Database experience
Quant Developer (Python) employer: Squarepoint Capital
Squarepoint is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation among elite professionals in the trading industry. Located in New York, employees benefit from competitive compensation packages, including discretionary bonuses and comprehensive health and wellness plans, while also having ample opportunities for professional growth and development through mentorship and training programs. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that values your contributions and supports your career aspirations.
