Algorithmic Trading Jobs in the UK

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Full Stack Developer - Python

Central London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Intellect UK Group Limited
decisions and deliver superior returns for our clients. As a Full Stack Python Engineer, you'll play a key role in developing sophisticated trading platforms, analytics tools, and risk management systems that power our investment strategies and drive our competitive edge. What You'll Do: Collaborate with quantitative … and other stakeholders to design and implement scalable, high-performance software solutions using Python and related technologies. Develop robust backend systems for data processing, algorithmic trading, and risk modeling, leveraging frameworks such as Django or Flask. Build interactive and intuitive user interfaces for data visualization, reporting, and … understanding of front-end technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern JS frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js, etc.). Experience working with financial data, trading systems, or risk management tools is highly desirable. Knowledge of database systems (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) and distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Spark) is a plus. more »
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Salary: £75,000
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Legal Counsel

London Area, United Kingdom
DeFi Recruitment
DeFi Recruitment has partnered with one of the largest crypto-native algorithmic trading companies in digital assets. The firm provides liquidity algorithmically across most cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading solutions. The Role DeFi Recruitment is looking for … COO, CEO, etc. Responsibilities Lead legal-commercial negotiations: draft and negotiate agreements in relation to our business lines (OTC, liquidity provision, derivatives documentation, trading agreements, software agreements, and others) Regulatory research & compliance guidance: work closely with the General Counsel and Deputy GC to monitor the legal and regulatory … to see the bigger picture and commercial strategy; quickly understand new functional areas and have a cross-functional mindset Strong interest and curiosity in algorithmic trading and decentralised finance Detail oriented, interested in delivering client-first solutions to legal and business problems The Benefits: Industry leading salary more »
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Junior Python Developer

London Area, United Kingdom
The MWek Company
My client, a proprietary, algorithmic trading company trading in the cryptocurrency markets who develop all their trading strategies and algorithms in house using a variety of machine learning and AI techniques with a strong focus on data, is looking for a Junior Python … Developer. Overview of the role: You will be primarily involved in developing our trading systems, which includes the code that deploys their models and executes orders in the market, reconciles trades and positions and interfaces with the various Crypto exchanges they trade on etc. The initial responsibility will … this code and redevelop it including suggesting new and better ways of structuring our systems. After that it will be to incorporate new trading strategies, implement various upgrades etc. Requirements: Knowledge and experience of working with Python3 Particular knowledge and experience of working with high performance libraries such more »
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Senior Software Engineer

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Algo Capital Group
Senior Software Engineer A Global Systematic Trading Firm is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to help build out a next-generation trading systems. You will be involved in mission-critical projects in trade execution, application development and market data feed processing, shaping and directing the … deployed on Linux in short, frequent development cycles in proprietary software. Responsibilities Lead and contribute to the design and implementation of next-generation trading systems, focusing on trade execution, application development, and market data feed processing. Develop robust, high-performance software solutions in C++ within a Linux environment … of Linux operating system internals and experience with developing software for Linux platforms. Experience with multi-threaded programming and distributed application architecture. Familiarity with algorithmic trading concepts, electronic trading protocols, market data feeds, and order execution strategies. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer more »
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Software Engineer - Quant Trading

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Oakland Search
Software Engineer - Quantitative Trading Title: Software Engineer (SWE) Location : City of London (3 days in office) Comp: £100,000 - £250,000 basic salary + competitive performance bonuses Industry: Finance, Trading, HFT, Quantitative Trading, Capital Markets Tech stack: Python, C++, C, Java, Golang We're … York City's foremost quantitative trading business. This team provides critical builds, greenfield software, solutions, applications and tools to create the foremost algorithmic trading environments in the world. About you Between 2-8 years of experience in software development in finance, technology, crypto or other more »
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Rust Developer | Trading Technology

London Area, United Kingdom
Selby Jennings
Rust Developer | Crypto/Blockchain Trading Technology Location: London, UK – 5 days a week in office required Package: Base + Bonus + Equity We are working closely with a profitable, venture backed crypto tech company based in London, who specialise in the development of trading infrastructure … beyond. They seek a Software Engineer with a strong background in STEM and a passion for software development. While experience with low latency systems, algorithmic trading, or MEV is advantageous, a strong interest in these areas is essential. Their culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and encourages ownership … crucial role in developing their core infrastructure, working closely with the founders and having significant autonomy and impact. Responsibilities: Enhance their low-latency trading infrastructure Optimise core engine performance and network infrastructure Develop new features focused on transaction efficiency and advanced trading systems Skills: Proficient in more »
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Software Engineer

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
AVA Energy
Job Title: Software Engineer/Developer Reports to: Head of Trading IT Solutions UK Employment Type: Contract Duration: 6/7 months (potential for extension) Start Date: End of April 2024 Job Description: The role involves supporting UGC IT within the UK, collaborating closely with a skilled Trading … features and enhancements primarily for in-house applications and third-party systems on the Microsoft Azure Cloud platform. In a fast-paced Energy Trading environment, the engineer will utilize deep software development knowledge to resolve operational issues and ensure development meets stringent design and QA standards. Responsibilities: Designing … to-day tasks, server provisioning, configuration management, and managing MS Azure Cloud resources. Desirable experience includes analysis and software development within the Energy sector, algorithmic trading, optimization techniques, Infrastructure-as-Code scripting languages, web design, DevOps, Docker/Kubernetes, IP networking, and distributed message queuing systems and more »
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C++ Quant Developer

London Area, United Kingdom
Acquire Me
Quantitative Developer - C++ Our client is a renowned systematic trading firm. They're hiring for an exceptional C++ Quant Developer to join their 'Central Execution' group. This splinter group are responsible for building, enhancing and owning end-to-end the firms' overall execution capabilities. 🚀 What You'll … Do: - Collaborate on quantitative research and development projects. - Work with proprietary trading strategies and innovative technologies. - Analyze market data and contribute to algorithmic trading solutions. 💡 What You Need: - An exceptional Academic background with advanced study in a STEM discipline. - Exceptional programming ability in modern C++ more »
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eFX Quant Researcher/Trader

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Selby Jennings
Summary: A world-class prop trading firm are … currently looking to add an experienced individual within the eFX space to their high-performing team in London. Responsibilities: To research, test and implement algorithmic pricing and trading strategies for an electronic FX market making business To provide human risk oversight of the trading portfolio … during European trading hours Key activities: Prototype and implement new market making pricing strategies Prototype and implement new risk management algorithms designed to efficiently and profitably control inventory levels generated from client flow Prototype and implement algorithms for the optimal execution of large transactions on electronic venues Use more »
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Senior Java Developer - eFX Algo Trading Systems

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Pickhurst Partners
A leading international investment bank in London is looking for a senior Java Algo Developer with significant experience building low-latency e-trading systems within FX or Equities. This is a hands-on, Director-level position within the business, sitting with desk quants and having ownership of a … greenfield rebuild of the eFX Pricing and execution platform. Responsibilities: • Stay informed on the Desk Quants and FX E-Trading business strategy. • Responsible for developing automated pricing and trading systems to support the FX Electronic Trading Business under the direction of colleagues in Algo … assisting in the functional and non-functional requirements gathering, design, architecture, specification, documentation, delivery and continued maintenance/support of automated pricing and trading algorithms, models and controls which further the business and risk management objectives. • Responsible for working together with desk quants and IT (including those in more »
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Senior Developer

United Kingdom
Growing Start Up
Series A funding. It is a tech-focused company that blends the best practices of tech startups with profound knowledge in high-frequency trading (HFT) and traditional finance. It's more than just a trading firm; my client operates as a professional outfit, led by strong … You have startup experience, able to handle a challenging, ever-changing environment. You have solid experience in high performance computing (in high frequency trading and/or low latency environments). Your work ethic is excellent and you are able to work autonomously and as part of a … to documentation, including technical specifications, user manuals, and training materials where requested Leadership Responsibilities: Develop risk parameters and risk management systems for the trading desk Collaborate with technology and data teams to develop and implement trading algorithms Monitor and analyse trading performance metrics for more »
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Quant Developer - C++ - Execution Algo's - Hedge Fund

London Area, United Kingdom
Vertus Partners
Join the Pinnacle of Quantitative Trading: C++ Developer Opportunity at a Global Hedge Fund! Are you an accomplished C++ Developer with a background in mid-frequency execution platforms? Here's an exceptional chance to play a pivotal role within one of the world's leading Hedge Funds! We … code, specifically tailored for mid-frequency execution platforms, to enhance our trading strategies. Work closely with quantitative researchers and traders to optimise algorithmic performance across diverse asset classes. Qualifications: Profound expertise in C++ development, showcasing a solid grasp of data structures and algorithms. Proven track record in … algorithmic execution, particularly on mid-frequency platforms within a financial context. Familiarity with Cross-Asset trading and an enthusiasm for staying at the forefront of quantitative trading technologies. Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Benefits: Competitive more »
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Lead Quantitative Developer (C++) | Systematic Trading

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Augmentti
Yes, this will pay high 6-figures... Yes, this is for an "elite quant trading firm"... Yes, they use modern/cutting-edge technology... but let me explain what makes this role unique... In short: greenfield project, existing PnL (but leaving millions on the table) so … Quant Fund, Hedge Fund, Finance, Equities, Futures, FX, Modelling, Strategies, Trading Signals, Multithreading, Linux, Unix, High-Performance, Operating Systems, Real-Time, Algorithms, Algorithmic Trading, Electronic Trading … E-Trading, Systematic Trading, High-Frequency Trading, HFT, High Frequency, Startup, Scaleup, Prop Trading, Execution, Algo Trading, Quant Trading, Parallel Computing, Optimisations, Low-Latency, Algorithms, Distributed Systems, Market Data, Connectivity, Trading Engine, Systems Design, Hardware, Kernel more »
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Quantitative Developer

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Anson McCade
in the Quantitative Finance space. They have main Headquarters in London, Paris, New York and smaller offices in Dubai, Amsterdam and Sydney. Their trading operations are largely focused on running intraday …/HFT strategies with Equities, FX and Futures. Currently they have a top hiring need for an experience Quantitative Developer with solid experience in Algorithmic Trading and Algo Execution. The successful candidate will help build out and improve their new state of the art Trading … will include working on; a real time data research platform, a backtest engine with a high performance core, and various other mission critical trading services. Candidates will ideally have: A Bachelor/Master Degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering. 5+ Years’ experience in a Quantitative Development/ more »
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Software Engineer - Hedge Fund

London Area, United Kingdom
Acquire Me
client is a renowned global market making firm. They're hiring for an exception Python Quant Developer to join their growing Systematic Credit Trading team. This is an incredible opportunity to join a small yet actively growing proprietary trading firm who are looking to make a … Do: - Collaborate on quantitative research and development projects. - Work with proprietary trading strategies and innovative technologies. - Analyze market data and contribute to algorithmic trading solutions. 💡 What You Need: - An exceptional Academic background with advanced study in a STEM discipline. - Strong programming skills in languages like more »
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Quantitative Developer

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Paragon Alpha - Hedge Fund Talent Business
hire a Quant Dev to join one of their PMs in London. Responsibilities: Assist in Designing, coding and maintaining tools for the systematic trading infrastructure of the team Work … with the PM to improve existing research infrastructure as well as production processes Optimising Strategies Deploy and support models in production Develop and improve algorithmic trading framework and optimise system performance Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred. Proficiency more »
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Algorithmic Trader

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Albert Bow
Algorithmic Trader | Crypto Market Maker | £250,000 | London Albert Bow are working with one of the worlds best known Crypto market makers. They have over 200 employees across the globe and provide billions of dollars in liquidity daily. Our client works with traders, investors, miners and are actively trading … of knowledge. What will you be doing? On a day-to-day level, you will… Develop and implement state of the art automated trading algorithms specifically tailored for cryptocurrency markets. Creating new data-driven trading models and algorithms, analysing market data to enhance current trading algorithms and designing complex computer systems & architectures. Carry out research and analysis to improve trading strategies and risk management techniques. Through your research, you will back test signals and carefully analyse its performance. Continue to adapt and learn about the latest trends in the cryptocurrency. Collaborate more »
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Software Engineer

City Of London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Campbell North
Software Engineer (C++) | Quantitative Trading Job Title : Software Engineer (C++) Location : London (Hybrid) Compensation : £125,000 - £250,000 plus bonuses (DOE) A leading technology-focused and data-driven trading firm are looking for a talented software engineer (C++) to join their growing team in London. This … is a chance to become a part of a top team that is expanding and improving their state-of-the-art quantitative trading platform. This is a hands-on role, working closely with experienced PMs, quants, and … engineers, acquiring priceless knowledge and expertise in all of the main financial markets. You will also have the ability to touch many areas of algorithmic trading. Who you are: A software engineer with 4+ years professional experience with modern C++ (C++ 17 or later) in a Linux environment. Good more »
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Systematic Quantitative Researcher

London Area, United Kingdom
Anson McCade
My client is a leading global systematic hedge fund, specializing in trading global equities and futures. They have a strong emphasis on quantitative research and data-driven strategies and are actively hiring within their London office. The team is at the forefront of innovation in systematic trading … their team in London. As a key member of the research team, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing quantitative trading strategies across global equities and futures. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in systematic trading, with a deep understanding … to manage. Requirements: Advanced degree in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Financial Engineering. Prior experience in systematic trading, algorithmic trading, or quantitative research within a hedge fund or proprietary trading firm. Strong programming skills in languages such as Python more »
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Quantitative Analytics Developer

London Area, United Kingdom
Algo Capital Group
Quantitative Analytics Developer: A leading financial services firm specializing in quantitative analytics and algorithmic trading is seeking a highly skilled Quantitative Analytics Developer to join a dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing cutting-edge quantitative models and algorithms to … across various asset classes, including equities, fixed income, derivatives, and foreign exchange. Collaborate with traders, researchers, and software engineers to design, test, and deploy algorithmic trading strategies. Conduct quantitative research to identify patterns, anomalies, and opportunities in financial markets. Optimize and enhance existing trading algorithms … to analyze market data, build predictive models, and generate insights. Stay abreast of industry trends, academic research, and emerging technologies in quantitative finance and algorithmic trading. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in quantitative finance, mathematics, computer science, physics, or a related field. Solid programming skills in languages such more »
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Low Latency C++ Developer

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Acquire Me
C++ Quant Developer - Electronic Trading Our client is a renowned quantitative hedge fund with a 30+ year track record of delivering exceptional returns. They're hiring for a C++ developer to sit within their centralised trading systems group. This is a high profile group that plays a critical role in developing and maintaining their compute platform that powers their algorithmic trading strategies, directly impacting the bottom line. 🚀 What You'll Do: Collaborate on quantitative research and development projects. Work with proprietary trading strategies and innovative technologies. Analyze market data and contribute to algorithmic trading solutions. 💡 What You Need: Excellent C++ chops Prior experience within Electronic Trading working on Smart Order Routing, Trade Scheduling and Execution Algorithms. An exceptional Academic background with advanced study in a more »
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Quantitative Trader

United Kingdom
Zelta Labs
Join our dynamic team and elevate your expertise in competitive programming and quantitative finance by crafting high-powered automated trading strategies for Bitcoin! If you're passionate about a full-time role at Zelta Labs' Quant Desk, the process involves submitting an alpha on Bitcoin, followed by a … strategies. Designing, modeling, and implementing mid-frequency trading strategies tailored specifically for Bitcoin. Supervising strategy execution using Zelta Labs' cutting-edge algorithmic trading infrastructure. But wait, there's more! Here are the perks of joining our team:- Enjoy this Quant role with a highly … yourself in a meritocratic, collaborative, and entrepreneurial culture that promotes innovation and personal growth. Are you ready to revolutionize the world of quantitative and algorithmic trading with us? Join Zelta Labs today and let's shape the future of finance together more »
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Quantitative Trader

London Area, United Kingdom
Zelta Labs
Join our dynamic team and elevate your expertise in competitive programming and quantitative finance by crafting high-powered automated trading strategies for Bitcoin! If you're passionate about a full-time role at Zelta Labs' Quant Desk, the process involves submitting an alpha on Bitcoin, followed by a … strategies. Designing, modeling, and implementing mid-frequency trading strategies tailored specifically for Bitcoin. Supervising strategy execution using Zelta Labs' cutting-edge algorithmic trading infrastructure. But wait, there's more! Here are the perks of joining our team:- Enjoy this Quant role with a highly … yourself in a meritocratic, collaborative, and entrepreneurial culture that promotes innovation and personal growth. Are you ready to revolutionize the world of quantitative and algorithmic trading with us? Join Zelta Labs today and let's shape the future of finance together more »
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Senior Data Engineer, Algorithmic Trading

London Area, United Kingdom
Winston Fox
A world-leading hedge fund seeks a Senior Data Engineer with exceptional Python, SQL, and DBT skills for its Algorithmic Trading team. We seek an exceptional Financial Markets Data Engineer with front-office trading experience and experience building and managing large (TB+) quantitative research data … execution research. The successful candidate must have at least five years of experience at a Tier 1 Investment bank, quant fund, or proprietary trading firm . Package Compensation: £250k - £300k Per Annum Benefits: 10% Pension, Insurance, Healthcare, Gym, Restaurant, Investment opportunities, Learning Environment: Collaborative, high tech, fast-paced more »
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Security Engineer

London Area, United Kingdom
Harrington Starr
Opportunity at Cutting-Edge Algorithmic Trading Firm We are currently recruiting for a pivotal role within the organisation's Information Security team. Our client, recognized as a leader in algorithmic trading, operates globally with a focus on Equity, FX, Fixed Income, Commodity & Options markets. … drive for excellence then this tole is for you. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading firm at the forefront of algorithmic trading. Apply now to be part of our clients innovative journey or reach out directly too Giuliano.dangelo@harringtonstarr.com #YourSuccessOurBusiness more »
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Algorithmic Trading
10th Percentile
£55,000
25th Percentile
£92,500
Median
£140,000
75th Percentile
£155,000
90th Percentile
£165,000