b Overview /b p In this role you will design, implement, and optimize automated trading strategies for interest rate swaps and government bonds within UBSs rates team. You’ll work across the full algo lifecycle—from backtesting to live deployment—collaborating with a high-performing quant development group. The role focuses on accelerating automation, improving quoting and risk management, and delivering scalable trading solutions in a fast-paced environment. You’ll contribute to a strategic push in electronic fixed income trading while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This is a strong fit for someone who thrives on technical problem solving and data-driven improvement in a global bank setting. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li career comeback program /li li flexible working options /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Develop next-generation algorithmic trading solutions for rates markets /li li Participate in all stages of algorithmic trading: design, backtesting, implementation, and performance tracking /li li Optimize systematic quoting and risk management strategies /li li Operate within a high-performing quant development team to deliver ownership of deliveries /li li Collaborate across the Global Markets e-trading business (FX, PM, Rates, Credit, Equities) to advance automated strategies /li li Explore AI-driven workflow improvements while adhering to risk and compliance standards /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Strong Java experience with exposure to low-latency event processing /li li Experience in the rates space, specifically Interest Rate Swaps /li li Independent self-starter with ownership of deliveries /li li Excellent communication and interpersonal skills /li li Ability to explain business, software, and modeling issues clearly /li li Experience with industrial coding environments (version control, deployment, testing, compliance) /li li Knowledge of fixed income market making in an algorithmic trading context /li li Familiarity with electronic fixed income venues and protocols /li li Curiosity about applying AI to improve workflows with sound judgment and risk awareness /li /ul ul li problem-solving mindset /li li clear communication /li li collaboration /li li Java /li li low-latency event-processing /li li algorithmic trading /li /ul
Principal Algo Trading - Rates - Quant Developer employer: UBS
UBS is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in London where collaboration and innovation thrive. As a CCP Risk Manager, you'll benefit from a culture that prioritises employee growth, providing opportunities to tackle complex challenges while utilising cutting-edge AI technologies. With a commitment to inclusivity and flexible working options, UBS ensures that every team member can contribute meaningfully to our collective success.
