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Role Overview As a quantitative developer, you will play a pivotal role in building and optimising our quant trading systems, backtesting infrastructure, and research tools. You will collaborate closely with quantitative researchers, traders, and engineers to translate complex financial models into scalable, low-latency trading solutions. Key Responsibilities: Develop and optimise high-performance trading … execution. Implement, test, and deploy trading strategies based on research-driven insights. Enhance and maintain the research and backtesting framework to support strategy development. Work closely with quantitative researchers to understand their needs and develop efficient tools for data analysis, simulation, and strategy optimisation. Optimise market data pipelines and trade execution engines to improve performance and reduce … to enhance algorithmic execution. Integrate with exchange APIs (REST/WebSocket/FIX) for real-time data processing and trading execution. Required Qualifications: Strong understanding of quant trading logic, market structure, and execution strategies. Proficiency in C++ and Python, with experience in high-performance computing, multi-threading, and distributed systems. Experience with algorithmic trading More ❯

Quantitative Developer/Researcher – FX, London Join the Cutting Edge of Systematic Trading! Are you passionate about merging technology with high-stakes finance? We're looking for a top-tier Quantitative Developer/Research Engineers to drive innovation at the heart of automated trading. Collaborate with brilliant minds to create and launch game-changing software that … time data to redefine the future of trading. Your Mission Architect, develop, and deploy sophisticated software solutions that supercharge automated trading systems Work side-by-side with Quantitative Researchers to design custom, high-performance solutions that elevate our trading capabilities and stay ahead of the market What You Bring A burning passion for technology, software … of C++ with an added bonus if you know Python Experience building high-performance trading software, with a relentless focus on speed and efficiency Deep understanding of quantitative trading environments and market data – or a keen desire to master them Razor-sharp quantitative and analytical abilities to solve unique challenges in real-time A More ❯

A niche electronic trading … quant fund based in London are now seeking a top end C++ Software Engineer to join it's growing team. You will have prior experience at an elite quant trading firm or similar company of equivalent scale/complexity. In this high performance computing team, you will be responsible for building low-level programming, distributed systems. Your experience … will be at scale in advanced C++. Ideally Computer Science Degree or similar discipline with 1st class grade Commercial experience in C++ Software Engineering, performance software Financial trading, banking or hedge fund exposure Strong interest in working for a top end, high performance, tech-driven hedge fund Great work environment, WFH/Hybrid opportunity. Excellent bonus culture for More ❯

Are you ready to be part of something truly special as the first quant developer for a brand-new trading team? In short: We’re working with an elite global trading firm known for its success in high-frequency trading (HFT) but operating under the radar (they aren't the typical firm you hear … about). They’re setting up a brand-new trading desk in London, led by a top PM with a proven track record. This is a rare opportunity to be the first quant developer on the team and help shape the future of their trading stack with the freedom to innovate while sharing in the potential … , E-Trading, Systematic Trading, High-Frequency Trading, HFT, High Frequency, Startup, Scaleup, Prop Trading, Execution, Algo Trading, Quant Trading, Parallel Computing, Optimisations, Low-Latency, Algorithms, Distributed Systems, Market Data, Connectivity, Trading Engine, Systems Design, Hardware, Kernel, Sockets, Networking, TCP/UDP, Systems Programming, Low-Level More ❯

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 various exchanges and asset classes. • Pre market – checking that all required data and processes are ready. • During market – sporadically monitoring behaviour and performance of strategies. Ideal Candidate: • Quantitative background - including Master/PhD’s in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science and Physics from a top University. • Programming proficiency with at least one major More ❯

Company Overview: My client is a leading quantitative trading and investment firm that researches, develops, and deploys algorithmic trading strategies across global markets. Their team leverages advanced mathematical models, statistical techniques, and cutting-edge technology to trade across all asset classes on multiple exchanges worldwide. Role Overview: They are seeking a highly analytical and driven … Commodity Trader to join their global trading team. The ideal candidate will have a strong quantitative background, deep understanding of commodity markets, and experience in developing and executing algorithmic trading strategies. You will collaborate with researchers, engineers, and data scientists to identify opportunities, optimize strategies, and manage risk in real-time. Key Responsibilities: Research, design … strategies in commodity markets (e.g., energy, metals, agriculture) including Futures, spot and options. Analyse large datasets to identify market inefficiencies and trading opportunities. Collaborate with quantitative researchers and software engineers to back test and optimize strategies. Monitor and manage live trading performance, ensuring strategies operate within defined risk parameters. Contribute to the development More ❯

approaches Monitor and analyze portfolio risk and PnL Contribute to daily portfolio management, hedging, and trade execution Produce and maintain PnL attribution, risk reports, and performance summaries Collaborate with quantitative researchers to improve trading strategies and leverage firm-wide analytics and data platforms Execute trades in complex or less liquid markets where automation is not optimal Ideal … Candidate Profile Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative or financial discipline (e.g. Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Finance, or Economics) Up to 2 years of relevant experience, including internships, ideally within a trading, investment, or derivatives-focused environment Demonstrable interest or prior exposure to volatility/options trading , either through internships … to learn in a fast-paced environment Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a global team What You’ll Gain Exposure to top-tier discretionary and quantitative trading professionals Comprehensive mentorship and structured on-the-desk training Involvement in real-time portfolio decisions and market risk management Career growth in a world-class hedge More ❯

Company Overview Trireme Trading is a leading force in cryptocurrency markets, specialising in innovative quantitative trading strategies. As an established hedge fund, we employ high-frequency trading techniques and offer comprehensive market-making services. Our global operations span both centralised and decentralised exchanges, where we collaborate with cutting-edge cryptocurrency projects to shape … the future of digital finance. The Opportunity This role presents an exciting chance to help build and maintain the scalable infrastructure behind our next-generation Web3 trading tools. As a Junior DevSecOps Engineer, you will contribute to ensuring the availability, performance, and security of real-time dashboards, trading terminals, and data visualisation platforms. Working alongside other … excited to contribute to a fast-evolving industry. What You'll Achieve You'll be the architect of a robust cloud infrastructure that will power our cutting-edge trading tools. From initial design to seamless deployment, you'll drive key infrastructure decisions to ensure optimal scalability and performance. Your expertise will shape comprehensive monitoring and observability solutions, guaranteeing More ❯

academic backgrounds and they are now looking to onboard PhD and Post-Doc. graduates, starting in 2025/early 2026. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Machine Learning or Physics. You will be developing skills in advanced quantitative techniques across a range of data types, markets and … ideas, aid with research, design and implementation. Key Responsibilities: Analysing and evaluating financial and alternative datasets Researching existing and developing new techniques in machine learning Researching, developing and implementing quantitative trading signals/models Developing and maintaining modelling infrastructure Supporting production trading operations Qualifications: Have a PhD in a quantitative field such as Mathematics More ❯

Senior Quantitative Researcher - Digital Assets €1.5m-€2m total compensation Preferred Location: Bratislava (Slovakia) Company is open to 1-2 weeks onsite per month I'm looking for a Senior Quantitative Researcher interested in joining a leading high-frequency cryptocurrency market maker based in Bratislava. While relocation would be the companies preference, they're flexible about having people onsite … frequency cryptocurrency market maker. They use advanced algorithms to trade digital assets globally, providing liquidity across multiple exchanges and trading venues. The company positions itself as a quantitative trading firm that operates at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and financial markets, focusing exclusively on cryptocurrency assets. About the position They're seeking Quantitative … joining the fast-paced world of cryptocurrency trading. In this role, you will leverage advanced data analytics, mathematical modelling, and strategic thinking to derive actionable insights and refine trading algorithms. Your work will have a direct impact on profitability and help shape the future of crypto trading. What you’ll do Expand on the existing pool of research More ❯

Systematic Macro Quant Researcher to join a newly created team within their business. In this dynamic and collaborative role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing cutting-edge quantitative models and strategies across global macro markets and asset classes. You will work closely with world-class researchers, portfolio managers, and technologists to identify and capitalize on inefficiencies in … including equity indexes, fixed income, rates, commodities and FX. You will also help to systematise processes across teams, and build out the systematic infrastructure within the business. Key Responsibilities: Quantitative Research & Strategy Development: Conduct rigorous quantitative research to identify market inefficiencies and develop systematic trading strategies. Utilize statistical, econometric, and machine learning techniques to model macroeconomic … Employ advanced data science methodologies to enhance the robustness and accuracy of models. Model Implementation & Optimization: Collaborate with the technology and trading teams to build and implement quantitative infrastructure, models and strategies in a live trading environment. Continuously optimize and refine models to adapt to changing market conditions. Risk Management: Work closely with risk management More ❯

Our client is a multi-strategy hedge fund manager dedicated to identifying and capitalising on market inefficiencies through a combination of discretionary and quantitative trading strategies. We are looking for a Python Developer to collaborate directly with Quantitative Researchers and Software Developers to design, implement, and deploy software to retrieve, process, and present data efficiently. You … will be leveraging modern development principles to ensure efficient and elegant solutions for data. You'll drive cross-team initiatives and work closely with technologists, quantitative researchers, and investment professionals across all asset classes to achieve our client's objectives. Job Responsibilities: Work with software developers and quantitative researchers to design and build efficient and scalable workflows for More ❯

A leading quantitative trading firm is looking for a Senior FPGA Test & Verification Engineer to join their core hardware engineering team. This group is responsible for building and validating high-performance FPGA-based trading systems used across global financial markets. This is an opportunity to work on low-latency infrastructure at the forefront of electronic … trading, alongside experts in hardware, software, and quantitative research. Key Responsibilities: Develop and lead testing and verification strategies for FPGA systems Define best practices and maintain testing standards across projects Implement simulation environments and hardware-in-the-loop testing Collaborate closely with trading and engineering teams to ensure robust, reliable systems Key Requirements: Strong experience … TCP/IP and UDP/IP is a plus Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and in teams Previous finance or trading experience is not required — the focus is on technical excellence and a drive to work on high-performance systems. More ❯

About Algo Capital Algo Capital is a premier global search firm focused on fundamental and systematic Quantitative Trading, Machine Learning, and Deep Tech. We partner with the world’s most sophisticated hedge funds and systematic trading groups to build elite teams across research, trading, and technology. About the Role We’re looking for … exceptional quantitative and technical talent. You’ll collaborate closely with both clients and candidates, driving end-to-end recruitment processes while further developing deep market knowledge in quant trading and research. What You’ll Do Partner with hedge funds to deliver high-impact talent acquisition projects Negotiating and developing business with potential and current clients Own the … expertise across multiple verticals Stay ahead of industry trends and innovations in quant finance and data science What We’re Looking For 2+ years of experience in technical or quantitative recruiting Exceptional communication, research, and organizational skills A relationship builder with a consultative mindset and a strong sense of ownership Comfortable managing global mandates across time zones Entrepreneurial and More ❯

We are partnering with a Tier-1 hedge fund seeking a talented Quantitative Analyst. This position focuses on developing and maintaining trading infrastructure, working closely with portfolio managers and quant researchers. If you have a solid technical foundation, hands-on experience with quantitative trading platforms, and excel in dynamic environments, we’d like to More ❯

management & coordination capacity who can also transform the role of the team away from a largely operational focus into more proactive technical work. Y ou will partner directly with Quantitative Researchers to deliver with clean, structured and scalable data, on a largely automated basis. The Data Analyst team is responsible for sourcing and evaluating new data sets, onboarding them … for alpha research and signal generation in systematic trading strategies. 5+ years' experience as a Data Analyst, especially with experience in a systematic Hedge Fund or similar Quantitative Trading environment, providing Datasets for Alpha Research and Signal Generation. Excellent coaching, leading and management skills, able to upskill a small team and help them transition to … and building scalable and robust systems. This is an incredible opportunity to join a leading Systematic Investment firm with a genuinely pleasant working environment, in a role partnering with Quantitative Research and leading a team whilst transforming the teams role into providing a more proactive service with far greater automation and self-service capacity. Please apply or feel free More ❯

About We are at the cutting edge of quantitative trading, leveraging rigorous research and advanced automation to thrive in both conventional and crypto markets. They empower top-tier institutional and retail clients with innovative algorithmic strategies, deep market insight, and scalable infrastructure built in-house. Our culture balances the discipline of high‐frequency trading with … Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, or related discipline Proficient in Python with strong statistical and probabilistic modelling skills Hands-on experience or theoretical knowledge in market structure and trading dynamics Market-Making QuantTrack : Experience building market‐making/HFT/MFT strategies, signal design, live parameter tuning Quant-Research Track : Background in developing ML models, automated pipeline infrastructure More ❯

Trading Operations Engineer Global Quantitative Trading Firm London – Hybrid (4 days onsite) Quant Capital is hiring on behalf of a leading global trading firm looking for an Operations Analyst to join its London team. This is a high-exposure role within a small, technically capable operations group supporting a multi-asset, multi-venue … trading environment. You’ll work across reconciliations, trade support, cash and collateral management, and process automation—helping ensure the firm’s global trading infrastructure runs smoothly and scales efficiently. Ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving, engineering-first environment and wants their work to directly impact performance. Role Overview This role provides hands-on … exposure to trading systems, operational processes, and financial products across the full trade lifecycle. You’ll be building and automating workflows, monitoring risk, liaising with brokers and exchanges, and working with engineers to develop new tooling and reporting infrastructure. This isn’t back-office ops—it’s embedded, high-leverage work in a deeply technical, high-trust environment. More ❯

Quantitative Researcher (2025 PHD Graduate): A leading global Market-Maker is seeking emerging talent to join their quantitative research team. They are looking to onboard exceptional individuals who will come into the business to support and advise multiple trading desks. Quantitative researchers are responsible for developing new trading strategies, mathematical models, and conducting … complex and rigorous financial analyses. Responsibilities: Utilize complex data sets and statistical techniques to develop automated quantitative trading strategies Test quantitative trading strategies Develop valuation strategies Develop mathematical trading models Monitor and analyze mathematical trading models Back-test mathematical trading models Back-test trading signals Translate … with various trading desks to conduct financial analyses Provide various trading desks with strategic advice Responsibilities: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a highly quantitative field (mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, etc) Strong knowledge of statistics Knowledge of machine learning, time-series analysis, pattern recognition, and NLP Independent research experience Excellent analytical skills More ❯

Fund Compensation: Up to £250k TC Location: London WFH: 3 days in office, 2 from home I'm currently working with one of the most successful and modern Quant Trading firms in London. Being a top 3 performer across various markets and boasting yearly returns of over 20%, they are have brought in some of the worlds best More ❯

Senior Data Engineer with 5+ years’ experience, and 2+ years in a Hedge Fund and/or in Systematic Trading Technology, sought to join a market-leading Quantitative Hedge Fund. You will join a 5-strong Data Engineering team covering the ingestion, storage, transformation and distribution of tick, timeseries, reference and alternative datasets. The technology stack is … 5+ years working as a Data Engineer with 2+ years in Financial Markets Engineering, especially in a Hedge Fund, Trading Firm, and/or working with Quant Trading Technology Expertise in Python and SQL and familiarity with relational and time-series databases. Exposure to Airflow and dbt, as well as Snowflake, Databricks or other Cloud Data … systems. Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical colleagues. This is an incredible opportunity for a Data Engineer with 5+ years’ experience, to join a market-leading Quantitative Hedge Fund. More ❯

Graduate Technical Recruiter - Trading Technology & Machine Learning About Algo Capital: Algo Capital is a leading global algorithmic talent firm specializing in Quantitative Trading and Trading Technology recruitment across the US, EMEA, and APAC. We partner with the most exclusive clients in the trading industry, who are pushing the boundaries of AI … Python, Low Latency systems, and advanced AI/ML roles. Who You Are: Recent STEM or related field graduate with a strong interest in technical recruitment for Finance, Trading Technology, or FinTech Entrepreneurial mindset Eager to learn about recruiting for C++, Python, Low Latency systems, and Machine Learning candidates Adaptable and enthusiastic about fast-paced trading … AI recruitment Collaborative, high performing team culture Networking with top-tier professionals and technologists in Trading Technology and AI/ML Clear structured career progression path in Quantitative technical recruitment This is an excellent opportunity to build a lasting career in quantitative technology, if you would like further information please apply now. More ❯

Platform Architect - ULL A global investment management firm , known for their scientific approach to systematic and quantitative trading have engaged Ncounter, to help find them an ultra-low latent Platform expert. As a technology focused company, they are reliant on scientific research, compute farms and cutting-edge low-latent infrastructure to keep them at the forefront of … and global reusability of software components. The role extends to collaborating with technology operations, providing expert 1 st and 2 nd level application support. A deep understanding of trading, booking, and position keeping is essential, along with experience in scalable and high-availability architectures will be advantageous. More ❯

QUANT RESEARCH ** LEADING GLOBAL TRADING FIRM ** $250K + BONUS ** My client is a leading quantitative trading firm that’s expanding its global research and trading teams. These roles focus on high-frequency and intraday strategies (holding periods from seconds to hours) in futures and equities. Roles are fully focused on hard quantitative … scale market and alternative data. Positions range from more independent research roles to collaborative work embedded in established teams. Requirements: Minimum 2+ year of commercial experience in a relevant quantitative trading or research role Background in a top-tier prop firm or quant fund preferred Strong academic credentials - Top tier University masters/PhD looks good Significant More ❯

Our client, a Leading algorithmic fund, is looking to hire talented Senior Linux Systems Engineers to help design, develop and evolve a reliable infrastructure foundation for a systematic trading ecosystem. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the world's most successful hedge funds, collaborate with an exceptionally skilled team, and earn market-leading compensation Responsibilities … Deploy, configure, and maintain Linux servers and associated services, ensuring optimal performance and reliability Help create and advance a top-class infrastructure foundation for the data, research and trading ecosystem Design, develop and … improve our systems which other teams use, promoting re-use and self-service. Collaborate with software developers and other team members to design and implement infrastructure solutions to support quantitative trading strategies Automation of infrastructure foundation – provisioning, production setup Desirable Candidates: 5+ years of experience as a Linux System Engineer within financial services Know how to write More ❯