Python OR C++ Developer - Elite Quant Trading Team (Prop HFT Firm)

Python OR C++ Developer - Elite Quant Trading Team | London

Join one of the most elite proprietary HFT firms in Global Macro.

Are you among the top minds in programming and mathematics?
Have you excelled in IOI , ICPC , TopCoder , Codeforces , or Kaggle ?
Perhaps you've competed in International Math Olympiad (IMO) or similar global contests?
If so, this is your chance to turn your competitive edge into impact at scale.

Why This Role?

  • Build high-performance trading systems where every microsecond matters
  • Collaborate with PhDs and world-class engineers in a research-driven environment
  • Earn industry-leading compensation (base + bonus)
  • Work on real-time market technology that drives global trading strategies

What We're Looking For

  • Academic Excellence:
    • Top-tier degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related field
    • Dean's List or equivalent honours
    • PhD preferred but not mandatory
  • Competitive Achievements:
    • Success in IOI , ICPC , TopCoder , Codeforces , Kaggle , or similar
    • Participation in Math Olympiads or other global algorithmic competitions
  • Technical Skills:
    • 3 years of professional experience in Python or C++ programming
    • Strong algorithms, data structures, and optimisation skills
    • Experience with high-performance or quantitative systems is a plus

If you thrive on hard problems, fast solutions, and intellectual rigor, this is your opportunity to make a direct impact. Please apply for more info.

Job Details

Company
Selby Jennings
Location
London, UK
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