Quantitative Developer – High‑Frequency Prop Trading

About the role

We are a high‑frequency proprietary trading firm looking for a Quantitative Developer to join our EMEA Development team in London. You will work closely with on‑site quantitative researchers to enhance research tools and support trading strategy development.

Key responsibilities

• Iterate quickly with researchers to improve quantitative trading strategies and P&L.
• Develop Python tools used in trading‑strategy research.
• Enhance the existing simulation/back‑test framework.
• Monitor and maintain quantitative research jobs.
• Provide day‑to‑day support to the research team on‑site.
• Assist the global research team on EMEA‑related projects via various communication channels.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of professional Python development experience.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and capacity to work in a fast‑paced, collaborative, geographically distributed environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Required skills

• Python programming.
• Statistical libraries: NumPy, Pandas, Polars.
• C++ (nice to have).
• Bash scripting (nice to have).

What we offer

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses.
• Six weeks paid vacation per year.
• Daily breakfast, lunch and snacks.
• International medical insurance.
• Free gym membership.
• Free events, workshops and donation‑matching program.