Quantitative Developer Python C++ – MFT

Overview

In this role you will help build a Greenfield MFT platform for equities trading, designing and implementing execution algorithms using Python and C++. You will set technical direction, drive coding standards, and own technical projects within a collaborative team. You’ll work on mid-frequency trading infrastructure, delivering scalable solutions that impact trading performance. This is a high-impact opportunity at a global trading firm with strong bonus potential and a flexible London-based hybrid schedule.

Pay / Benefits

• bonus scheme up to multiple base salaries
• salary up to 175k base
• 5 weeks holiday (+Bank Holidays)
• pension
• medical insurance
• dental insurance

Responsibilities

• Build and contribute to a Greenfield MFT platform for equities trading
• Design, develop and implement trade execution algorithms (Python and C++) within TWAP/VWAP infrastructure
• Set technical direction, establish standards, and own technical projects
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust trading systems
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and performance optimization

Key requirements

• Expert level Python skills
• Ability to read and understand C++ code (Java experience also considered)
• Experience with Python data libraries (NumPy, Pandas)
• Experience of working on MFT (Mid-Frequency Trading) systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Collaborative with good communication skills
• Bachelor in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Statistics with a 2.1 or above

• collaborative
• strong communication
• problem solving
• Python
• C++
• Java (considered)

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