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enhance their development and expand our remit and a growing business. Why is this role important to us: State Streets eFX business is a global team providing electronic fully automated trading facilities for clients 24 hours a day, 5 days a week, typically transacting billions of dollars of foreign exchange currency daily. We employ cutting edge quantitative and … algorithmic trading techniques, as well as the latest technology to engage in high frequency trading and analysis. Selecting an intern to be part of the eFX Market Making team is important to us because it is a great opportunity to get exposure and a basic understanding of an electronic trading business. Program dates: 22nd June 2026 – 28th … the office. What you will be responsible for: As a placement summer intern, you will: Work closely with members of the eFX Market Making desk, quantitative analysts, developers, FX trading, FX sales, research and other senior staff as mentors to gain an understanding of the FX Business and show initiative. Learn about the Client Base and perform detailed analysis More ❯

GBP + £70,000 Onsite WORKING Location: Central London, Greater London - United Kingdom Type: Permanent Our client has an extensive and impressive track record of successfully running Quant trading strategies for over a decade, they spun out as a hedge fund and now operate globally. They are a highly interdisciplinary firm, operating around the intersection of trading, quant … modelling and technology. Their trades are facilitated by state-of-the-art infrastructure which handles their larger trading volumes easily. Role: Using the firms automated trading framework to research and apply strategies Using progressive statistical approaches to analyse data and ascertain opportunities for trading To build upon and develop strong understanding of market structures of the More ❯

are on the lookout for a talented Quant Developer with exceptional skills in python programming, and solid experience on equities focused projects Responsibilities for an Equity Derivatives Quant: • Core Trading Engine Development: Build, maintain, and enhance the core trading engine to support optimal performance. • Systematic Trade Automations: Create and implement automated trading systems to improve efficiency More ❯

are on the lookout for a talented Quant Developer with exceptional skills in python programming, and solid experience on equities focused projects Responsibilities for an Equity Derivatives Quant: • Core Trading Engine Development: Build, maintain, and enhance the core trading engine to support optimal performance. • Systematic Trade Automations: Create and implement automated trading systems to improve efficiency More ❯

are on the lookout for a talented Quant Developer with exceptional skills in python programming, and solid experience on equities focused projects Responsibilities for an Equity Derivatives Quant: • Core Trading Engine Development: Build, maintain, and enhance the core trading engine to support optimal performance. • Systematic Trade Automations: Create and implement automated trading systems to improve efficiency More ❯

Front Office Developer - Multi-Asset Trading | London £Competitive + High Bonus + Excellent Benefits Hybrid Working (3 days in the office and 2 days from home) Permanent Role Represented by Robert Half Limited Ready to combine your STEAM mindset with cutting-edge trading innovation? Join a leading global trading firm as a Front Office Developer, where you … ll design and build the next generation of high-performance systems, algorithms, and data-driven solutions that power live trading decisions across asset classes. You'll collaborate with world-class developers and quants, gaining exceptional exposure to both technology and markets all within a culture that rewards innovation and impact. What You'll Do Design, build, and enhance trading algorithms across multiple desks Support and evolve Interest Rate Options trading platforms Automate pricing, risk, and data pipelines in real time Develop and maintain time-series databases to deliver deep insights Shape the architecture and performance of front-office systems What You'll Bring A Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related STEAM discipline 3+ More ❯

work onsite at client locations as needed. Ability to work as part of a project team structure. About Us We're a diverse group of visionary innovators who provide trading and workflow automation software, high-value analytics, and strategic consulting to corporations, central banks, financial institutions, and governments. Founded in 1999, we've achieved tremendous growth by bringing together … leading corporations, including 50% of the Fortune 500 and 30% of the world's central banks, trust ION solutions to manage their cash, in-house banking, commodity supply chain, trading and risk. Over 800 of the world's leading banks and broker-dealers use our electronic trading platforms to operate the world's financial market infrastructure. ION is More ❯

trade floor support role. Experience providing VIP support. Confidence with Microsoft and Apple platforms, VMware, Citrix, Intune, Jamf, and Azure. Experience with Bloomberg, Refinitiv, or other market data/trading applications. Scripting/automation skills (PowerShell, Splunk, or similar). Calm under pressure, with a professional approach. Why join: Grow your career at a market-leading hedge fund. Work More ❯

onsite, full-time) Compensation: Competitive base + discretionary performance-based cash bonus We’re looking for an Engineer with DeFi experience (or strong interest) to a 1-man Defi Trading shop, building and scaling a profitable automated DeFi trading system. The system is live, consistently profitable, and fully market-neutral, with a current AUM of $10M+. You … ll work directly with the founder to optimise existing infrastructure, develop new venue connectors, and expand trading strategies across on-chain ecosystems. Key Responsibilities Improve and optimise the existing DeFi trading system written primarily in Rust and Solidity, need to have a personal interest in the languages Design and build new connectors to access additional venues and liquidity … years of professional software engineering experience Strong proficiency in Rust (or another systems language with proven Rust competency through projects) Familiarity with DeFi protocols , smart contracts, or on-chain trading systems Ideally experience with a trading firm, exchange, platform where you have worked with building new connectors. Onsite in London (Paddington WeWork) . Competitive base salary + performance More ❯

onsite, full-time) Compensation: Competitive base + discretionary performance-based cash bonus We’re looking for an Engineer with DeFi experience (or strong interest) to a 1-man Defi Trading shop, building and scaling a profitable automated DeFi trading system. The system is live, consistently profitable, and fully market-neutral, with a current AUM of $10M+. You … ll work directly with the founder to optimise existing infrastructure, develop new venue connectors, and expand trading strategies across on-chain ecosystems. Key Responsibilities Improve and optimise the existing DeFi trading system written primarily in Rust and Solidity, need to have a personal interest in the languages Design and build new connectors to access additional venues and liquidity … years of professional software engineering experience Strong proficiency in Rust (or another systems language with proven Rust competency through projects) Familiarity with DeFi protocols , smart contracts, or on-chain trading systems Ideally experience with a trading firm, exchange, platform where you have worked with building new connectors. Onsite in London (Paddington WeWork) . Competitive base salary + performance More ❯

onsite, full-time) Compensation: Competitive base + discretionary performance-based cash bonus We’re looking for an Engineer with DeFi experience (or strong interest) to a 1-man Defi Trading shop, building and scaling a profitable automated DeFi trading system. The system is live, consistently profitable, and fully market-neutral, with a current AUM of $10M+. You … ll work directly with the founder to optimise existing infrastructure, develop new venue connectors, and expand trading strategies across on-chain ecosystems. Key Responsibilities Improve and optimise the existing DeFi trading system written primarily in Rust and Solidity, need to have a personal interest in the languages Design and build new connectors to access additional venues and liquidity … years of professional software engineering experience Strong proficiency in Rust (or another systems language with proven Rust competency through projects) Familiarity with DeFi protocols , smart contracts, or on-chain trading systems Ideally experience with a trading firm, exchange, platform where you have worked with building new connectors. Onsite in London (Paddington WeWork) . Competitive base salary + performance More ❯

Role: Python Quantitative Developer – Crypto Trading Location: London Industry: Hedge Fund Travel: Hybrid Overview: A leading global quantitative investment manager is looking for a talented Python Quantitative Developer to join its Crypto trading team . Join the crypto trading desk as a pivotal team member, focused on developing and enhancing the core technology stack that powers systematic … algorithmic trading strategies around the clock. Responsibilities: Build and optimize front-office trading systems, including portfolio management platforms, risk engines, reconciliation tools, and connectivity solutions. Collaborate closely with traders and quantitative researchers to deploy, support, and automate trading strategies on a 24/7 basis. Contribute to the ongoing improvement and expansion of high-performance infrastructure to … support cutting-edge trading operations. Experience: Buyside Experience Expert Python programming skills. Expereience with OOP such as C++. Experience with front-office systems or trading technology, especially in systematic or algorithmic trading. Comfortable working collaboratively with both technical and trading teams. Adaptable, proactive, and eager to operate in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interest or exposure to More ❯

Role: Python Quantitative Developer – Crypto Trading Location: London Industry: Hedge Fund Travel: Hybrid Overview: A leading global quantitative investment manager is looking for a talented Python Quantitative Developer to join its Crypto trading team . Join the crypto trading desk as a pivotal team member, focused on developing and enhancing the core technology stack that powers systematic … algorithmic trading strategies around the clock. Responsibilities: Build and optimize front-office trading systems, including portfolio management platforms, risk engines, reconciliation tools, and connectivity solutions. Collaborate closely with traders and quantitative researchers to deploy, support, and automate trading strategies on a 24/7 basis. Contribute to the ongoing improvement and expansion of high-performance infrastructure to … support cutting-edge trading operations. Experience: Buyside Experience Expert Python programming skills. Expereience with OOP such as C++. Experience with front-office systems or trading technology, especially in systematic or algorithmic trading. Comfortable working collaboratively with both technical and trading teams. Adaptable, proactive, and eager to operate in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Interest or exposure to More ❯

We are looking for Data Engineers suitable for a group of world-class investment and trading firms that are actively expanding their data engineering functions. Each environment is highly technical, research-driven, and deeply data-centric — offering the opportunity to work on systems and pipelines that directly influence investment decisions. These positions sit within core data teams, responsible for … building and maintaining the infrastructure that underpins everything from quantitative research to real-time trading and analytics. You’ll work closely with developers, data scientists, and researchers to ensure clean, accurate, and reliable data is available across the business. This is a fantastic opportunity for early-career engineers (1–5 years’ experience) who want to accelerate their development in … an environment that values intellectual curiosity, technical depth, and end-to-end ownership. The Role Design, build, and optimise data pipelines and ETL processes that feed critical research and trading systems. Engineer scalable, automated solutions for data ingestion, cleaning, and validation across multiple structured and unstructured sources. Collaborate with researchers, technologists, and analysts to enhance the quality, timeliness More ❯

We are looking for Data Engineers suitable for a group of world-class investment and trading firms that are actively expanding their data engineering functions. Each environment is highly technical, research-driven, and deeply data-centric — offering the opportunity to work on systems and pipelines that directly influence investment decisions. These positions sit within core data teams, responsible for … building and maintaining the infrastructure that underpins everything from quantitative research to real-time trading and analytics. You’ll work closely with developers, data scientists, and researchers to ensure clean, accurate, and reliable data is available across the business. This is a fantastic opportunity for early-career engineers (1–5 years’ experience) who want to accelerate their development in … an environment that values intellectual curiosity, technical depth, and end-to-end ownership. The Role Design, build, and optimise data pipelines and ETL processes that feed critical research and trading systems. Engineer scalable, automated solutions for data ingestion, cleaning, and validation across multiple structured and unstructured sources. Collaborate with researchers, technologists, and analysts to enhance the quality, timeliness More ❯

We are looking for Data Engineers suitable for a group of world-class investment and trading firms that are actively expanding their data engineering functions. Each environment is highly technical, research-driven, and deeply data-centric — offering the opportunity to work on systems and pipelines that directly influence investment decisions. These positions sit within core data teams, responsible for … building and maintaining the infrastructure that underpins everything from quantitative research to real-time trading and analytics. You’ll work closely with developers, data scientists, and researchers to ensure clean, accurate, and reliable data is available across the business. This is a fantastic opportunity for early-career engineers (1–5 years’ experience) who want to accelerate their development in … an environment that values intellectual curiosity, technical depth, and end-to-end ownership. The Role Design, build, and optimise data pipelines and ETL processes that feed critical research and trading systems. Engineer scalable, automated solutions for data ingestion, cleaning, and validation across multiple structured and unstructured sources. Collaborate with researchers, technologists, and analysts to enhance the quality, timeliness More ❯

Trading Desk Engineer Operations Engineer - Quant Trading 2026 Start Our client is a top-tier global proprietary trading firm that leverages the latest technology, sophisticated algorithms and deep knowledge to trade in capital markets globally. This is an environment of science and intellectuals. The firm is known globally for its attitudes and rigour more importantly, you will … to deal with quick, difficult maths problems. You will interface with various groups within the business to ensure that all trades are reflected accurately in all systems. Specifically, the Trading Desk Engineer Operations Engineer will be involved with research, rapid development execution of trade orders, automation of processes, and personal projects. This position sits directly in a trading More ❯

Trading Desk Engineer Operations Engineer - Quant Trading 2026 Start Our client is a top-tier global proprietary trading firm that leverages the latest technology, sophisticated algorithms and deep knowledge to trade in capital markets globally. This is an environment of science and intellectuals. The firm is known globally for its attitudes and rigour more importantly, you will … to deal with quick, difficult maths problems. You will interface with various groups within the business to ensure that all trades are reflected accurately in all systems. Specifically, the Trading Desk Engineer Operations Engineer will be involved with research, rapid development execution of trade orders, automation of processes, and personal projects. This position sits directly in a trading More ❯

that utilizes a diversified portfolio of systematic and quantitative strategies across financial markets that seeks to achieve high quality, uncorrelated returns for our clients. They have deep expertise in trading, technology and operations and attribute their success to rigorous scientific research. As a technology and data-driven firm, they design and build their own cutting edge systems, from high … performance trading platforms to large scale data analysis and compute farms. With offices around the globe, they emphasize true, global collaboration by aligning their investment, technology, and operations teams functionally around the world. Building on their quantitative research platform and process-driven approach, they also runs discretionary strategies to take advantage of opportunities which cannot be traded fully systematically. … They are looking to hire recent graduates to join their Discretionary Trading team. As a Junior Discretionary Trader, you will have the opportunity to work alongside senior discretionary traders, who will provide on the desk training and mentorship. Your goal will be to help maintain target portfolio positions by assisting the senior traders with daily portfolio monitoring, maintenance, and More ❯

Graduate Trading Desk Operations Engineer - Quant Trading (2026 Start) Start August 2026 Quant Capital is urgently looking for a Graduate Trade Desk Operations Analyst to join our high profile client. Our client is a top-tier global proprietary trading firm that leverages the latest technology, sophisticated algorithms and deep knowledge to trade in capital markets globally. This … Specifically, the Trade Desk Operations Analyst will be involved with research, rapid development execution of trade orders, automation of processes, and personal projects. This position sits directly in a trading team and is a highly sought-after role. The role requires close collaboration with the traders, researchers and technical parts of the business to best align technical solutions with More ❯

Graduate Trading Desk Operations Engineer - Quant Trading (2026 Start) Start August 2026 Quant Capital is urgently looking for a Graduate Trade Desk Operations Analyst to join our high profile client. Our client is a top-tier global proprietary trading firm that leverages the latest technology, sophisticated algorithms and deep knowledge to trade in capital markets globally. This … Specifically, the Trade Desk Operations Analyst will be involved with research, rapid development execution of trade orders, automation of processes, and personal projects. This position sits directly in a trading team and is a highly sought-after role. The role requires close collaboration with the traders, researchers and technical parts of the business to best align technical solutions with More ❯

Graduate Trading Desk Operations Engineer - Quant Trading (2026 Start) Start August 2026 Quant Capital is urgently looking for a Graduate Trade Desk Operations Analyst to join our high profile client. Our client is a top-tier global proprietary trading firm that leverages the latest technology, sophisticated algorithms and deep knowledge to trade in capital markets globally. This … Specifically, the Trade Desk Operations Analyst will be involved with research, rapid development execution of trade orders, automation of processes, and personal projects. This position sits directly in a trading team and is a highly sought-after role. The role requires close collaboration with the traders, researchers and technical parts of the business to best align technical solutions with More ❯

leading market making firm seeking a highly skilled Production Support Engineer to join their London team. This is a hands-on role at the heart of a fast-paced trading environment, blending operational expertise with technical precision to ensure seamless trading execution and reliable market data delivery. Key Responsibilities Oversee and validate ETL pipelines to ensure accurate and … timely pricing data using Python and SQL Bring trading systems online and provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 operational support across trading sessions Streamline, automate, and enhance operational workflows and scripts to improve efficiency and reliability Collaborate closely with traders, quants, and developers to design new tools and refine existing systems Required Skills & Experience Strong Python programming skills … datasets Solid understanding of market data sources (Bloomberg, Refinitiv/Reuters, etc.) Experience with Linux system administration in a low-latency or real-time environment Prior exposure to electronic trading systems or market making operations is highly advantageous Excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritize effectively under pressure Compensation & Benefits Total compensation: £200,000 – £300,000 (base + More ❯

leading market making firm seeking a highly skilled Production Support Engineer to join their London team. This is a hands-on role at the heart of a fast-paced trading environment, blending operational expertise with technical precision to ensure seamless trading execution and reliable market data delivery. Key Responsibilities Oversee and validate ETL pipelines to ensure accurate and … timely pricing data using Python and SQL Bring trading systems online and provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 operational support across trading sessions Streamline, automate, and enhance operational workflows and scripts to improve efficiency and reliability Collaborate closely with traders, quants, and developers to design new tools and refine existing systems Required Skills & Experience Strong Python programming skills … datasets Solid understanding of market data sources (Bloomberg, Refinitiv/Reuters, etc.) Experience with Linux system administration in a low-latency or real-time environment Prior exposure to electronic trading systems or market making operations is highly advantageous Excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritize effectively under pressure Compensation & Benefits Total compensation: £200,000 – £300,000 (base + More ❯

leading market making firm seeking a highly skilled Production Support Engineer to join their London team. This is a hands-on role at the heart of a fast-paced trading environment, blending operational expertise with technical precision to ensure seamless trading execution and reliable market data delivery. Key Responsibilities Oversee and validate ETL pipelines to ensure accurate and … timely pricing data using Python and SQL Bring trading systems online and provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 operational support across trading sessions Streamline, automate, and enhance operational workflows and scripts to improve efficiency and reliability Collaborate closely with traders, quants, and developers to design new tools and refine existing systems Required Skills & Experience Strong Python programming skills … datasets Solid understanding of market data sources (Bloomberg, Refinitiv/Reuters, etc.) Experience with Linux system administration in a low-latency or real-time environment Prior exposure to electronic trading systems or market making operations is highly advantageous Excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritize effectively under pressure Compensation & Benefits Total compensation: £200,000 – £300,000 (base + More ❯