Excellent communication skills and the ability to perform under pressure. Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong sense of risk and opportunity. Preferred Qualifications Experience with KDB+/Q or functional programming languages (e.g., Haskell, R, APL). Familiarity with machine learning tools such as scikit-learn. Strong mathematical background and More ❯
paced asset classes Experience with algorithmic trading systems or smart order routing (highly preferred) Quantitative skillset with hands-on data analysis capabilities Preferred tools: KDB+/q , SQL , or Python Familiarity with C++ is beneficial Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Financial Engineering, or other quantitative disciplines Strong problem-solving More ❯
City of London, Greater London, UK Hybrid / WFH Options
Hunter Bond
Bring Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, or related STEM field Proficiency in at least one core programming language (Python, C++, Java, C#, KDB+/Q, etc.) Analytical mindset with a passion for solving complex problems ⚡ Strong drive, curiosity, and a desire to learn in a fast-paced More ❯
of delivering complex technical solutions to production use · Knowledge of modern SDLC toolset and workflows · Experience in a software engineering/development role using kdb+/q Genpact is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age More ❯
Electronic Trading Systems & Execution Platforms Execution & Hedging Algorithms Container frameworks and the tooling that goes with them Desirable Languages/Technologies: Java, Python, C++, KDB+/Q, C# More ❯
Python or Perl required Detailed practical knowledge of FIX. Ideally, familiarity with native exchange protocols Experience in SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MS SQL) Familiarity with Kdb+ is a plus Working knowledge with TCP/IP, multicast, tcpdump, clocking (PTP, NTP) – a plus Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or More ❯
in a low-latency, high-performance environment What We’re Looking For: 5+ years in front-office trading tech Strong Java (low-latency systems); kdb+/q or C++ a plus Experience with electronic cash equities/algo trading Degree in CS, Financial Engineering, or similar Location: London Process More ❯
City of London, Greater London, UK Hybrid / WFH Options
Winston Fox
similarly varied including a range of legacy and modern systems, across on-premises and cloud infrastructure with technologies and tooling such as Python, dbt, KDB+, Snowflake, SQL and interfacing with Market Data vendors such as Bloomberg, Refinitiv, Factset and MorningStar. This is an exciting time for you to join More ❯
Experience with low-latency e-trading systems Business knowledge of financial markets Experience with React.js/TypeScript/JavaScript Experience with tick databases (e.g. KDB+) Experience with SQL, databases and object-relational mapping Experience with JMS or other asynchronous messaging APIs and implementations Experience with build and deployments, for More ❯
City of London, Greater London, UK Hybrid / WFH Options
ViVA Tech Talent
KDB+ Developer – Front Office | London | £90k–£120k Location: London, UK (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite) Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent Sector: Financial Services/Investment Banking/Trading Salary: £90,000–£120,000 About the Role We're seeking a high-performing KDB+ Developer to join a world … decision-making across global markets. This is a critical hire for an elite team driving alpha-generation tools and cutting-edge data platforms using KDB+/q . Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain scalable KDB+/q solutions for real-time market data ingestion, processing, and analytics. Collaborate … directly with quant traders , quants , and front office technologists to build mission-critical trading systems. Optimise existing KDB+ databases for performance, latency, and storage efficiency . Design and implement solutions for tick data capture , data normalisation , and time-series analysis . Contribute to architectural decisions around data pipelines , streaming More ❯
City of London, Greater London, UK Hybrid / WFH Options
Version 1
Role: kdb+ Engineer Locations: London | Belfast | Manchester | Edinburgh | More in UK Job Type: Full-Time Job Description In this role you will be working in support of our expanding global customer base and ambitious growth plans, we are looking to strengthen our technical capability within the organisation. To support … this projected growth we want to attract talented Senior kdb+ Engineers who will become key contributors to our engineering teams. Qualifications Essential Criteria: 3+ years’ of experience using kdb+ technology Large scale data capture and platform analysis experience Excellent communication and interpersonal skills/Confident in communicating with More ❯
City of London, Greater London, UK Hybrid / WFH Options
Stanford Black Limited
London's fastest growing systematic fund are hiring KDB+ Engineers to join them for the build out of a greenfield, cross asset trading platform. You can expect to work on the full SDLC, designing, implementing, testing and optimizing KDB+ data pipelines, frameworks and services. They promote an incredible … group pride themselves on a data driven approach trading, and is hugely influential on the PnL of the whole firm. Required: 2+ years commercial KDB+ development experience. Strong Computer Science, Engineering (or a related subject) background. Excellent communication skills. Nice to have: Experience with: SQL, React, Python, Rust, Javascript. More ❯
kdb+ Developer Major project at an Investment Bank is currently seeking a kdb+ Developer across the Front Office to play a key role in a number of kdb+ tick data related trading projects. This role is situated across the front office trading desks alongside traders, quants and … senior stakeholders, and is part of the kdb+ Engineering Team that is responsible for providing end-to-end development, data engineering and support for all kdb+ plants across the division. The successful consultant will take on a fast-paced, exciting role, and will contribute significantly to the success … team of traders and engineers, but also contribute to the future of this investment bank's Derivatives tick data driven trading strategies. Experience required: kdb+/Q programming skills Experience supporting front office trading desks, ideally across Derivatives/Equities/FX/Fixed Income Linux/Unix DevOps More ❯
provided alongside progression within your career. All aided with the experience of working with like minded individuals. Requirements: 4+ years professional experience with a KDB+ A Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or a related discipline Ability to work in a face paced environment 4+ years More ❯
City of London, Greater London, UK Hybrid / WFH Options
Hunter Bond
KDB+/Q Engineer Location: London (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £250,000 + Bonus + Premium Benefits Experience: 1+ Year Client: World-Leading Hedge Fund The Opportunity Join one of the most elite hedge funds on the planet as a KDB+/Q Developer, contributing to the buildout … a flat structure where your ideas influence key decisions ✅ Your Skillset STEM degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or similar Solid experience coding in KDB+/q (ideally in a live trading environment) Exposure to real-time data systems or electronic trading infrastructure Apply now or connect directly: obloom More ❯