Quant & Data Science

Java Quant Developer - Systematic Trading

Java Quant Developer - Systematic Trading

  • Location

    London

  • Sector:

    Quant & Data Science

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £180000 - £320000 per annum + Total Comp

  • Contact:

    Holly Horton

  • Contact email:

    hhorton@vertuspartners.com

  • Job ref:

    JDO/HH/1207_1720794293

  • Published:

    8 months ago

  • Expiry date:

    2024-08-11

  • Startdate:

    ASAP

  • Consultant:

    ConsultantDrop

Are you an experienced developer with a deep understanding of options and a passion for cutting-edge financial technology? A leading financial technology firm is seeking a skilled Quant Developer / Senior Developer to join their dynamic team and contribute to the evolution of their pricing and risk management platforms.

The company:

This pioneering financial technology firm is renowned for its systematic and tech-driven approach to trading across a diverse array of markets. The team is composed of highly experienced professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of quantitative research and development. With a focus on innovation and scalability, they support various trading strategies and provide robust solutions to their business lines.

Your Role

As a Quant Developer / Senior Developer, you will:

  • Collaborate and Innovate: Work closely with quant researchers, traders, and risk managers to design and enhance their pricing platform.
  • Develop High-Quality Code: Write professional, scalable, and efficient Java code, ensuring the highest standards through rigorous code reviews and comprehensive testing.
  • Maintain Data Integrity: Ensure the quality of datasets through detailed analysis, investigation, and resolution of issues.

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Options Expertise: Extensive experience in developing pricing and risk solutions for options across various asset classes, including equities, fixed income, and FX.
  • Technical Proficiency: Strong background in developing and implementing risk and analytic libraries, with a deep understanding of derivatives and options pricing fundamentals.
  • Domain Knowledge: Expertise in the volatility surface and model integration, with the ability to price complex financial products.
  • Integrated Approach: Comfortable with roles that blend business and IT functions, ensuring seamless development and implementation of financial models.
  • Background: Experience in front office derivatives roles on the sell side, with a robust understanding of market dynamics and trading environments.

Why Join Them?

  • Innovative Environment: Be part of a tech-focused team that is at the forefront of systematic trading, with a heavy emphasis on automation and advanced technologies.
  • Collaborative Team: Join a highly experienced team where collaboration and knowledge sharing are key to their success.
  • Growth Opportunities: Contribute to the development of their options and risk systems as they expand and evolve, with opportunities to shape the future of their trading platforms.
  • Diverse Exposure: Work on a range of asset classes and engage with different aspects of pricing and risk management.

If you are a skilled developer with a passion for financial technology and a deep understanding of options, they would love to hear from you.