C++ Quant Developer - Systematic Hedge Fund

Quant Developer – Systematic Trading (Microstructure Focus)

Location – London

A leading multi-strategy, multi-manager hedge fund is seeking a Quant Developer to join one of its largest systematic trading teams. The team operates a state-of-the-art, cloud-based platform supporting real-time market data processing and multi-timescale alpha generation, working closely with researchers to deploy and scale trading strategies.

As a Quant Developer (3–8 years of experience), you will

• Develop and build new high-performance trading systems from the ground up.
• Optimise low-latency execution and research infrastructure.
• Work closely with quantitative researchers to productionise strategies and improve performance.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a closely related field
• 3–8 years of experience in a relevant environment (systematic trading, HFT, or performance-critical systems)
• Strong proficiency in low-latency C++ development on Linux
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment

This opportunity offers a highly competitive compensation package and hybrid working model.