Software Engineer (Junior, Mid & Senior) – Systematic Trading/Elite Hedge Fund) - £80-150k plus bonus

We are partnering with a top-tier, globally recognised hedge fund to identify exceptional Software Engineers to join their systematic trading and quantitative research platforms. This firm is renowned for its cutting-edge technology, scientific approach to markets, and a track record of sustained, market-leading performance.

Our client is seeking intellectually elite individuals with strong foundations in quantitative disciplines and a passion for solving complex, high-impact problems at scale.

The Opportunity

You will work at the intersection of advanced engineering and quantitative finance, building highly performant, scalable systems that directly power trading strategies and research workflows. This is a front-office role with immediate impact on PnL, collaborating closely with world-class quants, researchers, and technologists.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop low-latency, high-throughput trading systems and research infrastructure
• Work closely with quantitative researchers to translate models into production-grade systems
• Optimise performance across distributed systems handling large-scale financial data
• Contribute to architectural decisions in a fast-moving, intellectually rigorous environment
• Continuously improve code quality, testing, and deployment pipelines

Candidate Profile

We are specifically targeting individuals with:

• Outstanding academic credentials (e.g. Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering) from leading global universities
• A strong quantitative background with deep problem-solving ability
• Proven experience in high-performance systems (C++, Python or similar)
• A track record of excellence, whether in industry, academia, or competitive environments
• Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and system design

Desirable Experience

• Exposure to systematic trading, quantitative finance, or data-intensive environments
• Experience with distributed systems, concurrency, and low-latency optimisation
• Familiarity with Linux-based systems and modern DevOps practices

Why This Role?

• Work alongside some of the brightest minds in quantitative finance and technology
• Direct impact on trading performance and firm profitability
• Exceptional compensation structure, including significant performance-related bonuses
• A culture that prizes intellectual curiosity, autonomy, and engineering excellence

This is a rare opportunity to join an elite environment where technical ability and intellectual rigor are paramount. We are looking for candidates who thrive in challenging settings and want to operate at the very top end of the industry. If this aligns with your background, we would welcome a confidential discussion.