Automated Trading Jobs in the UK

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Software Engineer - Backend (C#)

London Area, United Kingdom
Trayport
The Role We’re looking for Software Engineers to join our Joule Direct team, to help us build and improve our high-throughput, low-latency energy trading platform. You’ll be working with some amazing technologists to solve complex problems. For us, teamwork is everything. We listen to each other, we adapt, we evolve and we strive to innovate. … CME, ICE, EEX, etc) Implement a new Connector for an Exchange we don’t yet support Improve distributed tracing in some of the code hot paths Implement a new Automated Trading feature Benchmarking code to reduce latency Do some design/planning with a colleague and raise an RFC Our Tech Stack Our services are written with C# More ❯
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Lead Linux Engineer

London Area, United Kingdom
Radley James
A leading hedge fund is seeking a Senior Lead Linux Engineer to join a high-performance infrastructure team supporting global low-latency trading systems. This is a hands-on engineering role with strong ownership across design, automation, performance tuning, and deployment. You will lead strategic improvements to the firm’s Linux environment, enabling new trading strategies, supporting expansion … to new markets and co-location sites, and ensuring trading applications run with maximum reliability and minimal latency. This is a senior-level, highly technical role that goes beyond day-to-day operations and is central to their infrastructure strategy. Key Responsibilities: Architect and optimize global Linux infrastructure for ultra-low-latency trading workloads Automate system deployment and … configuration using tools like Python and Ansible Analyze and tune kernel and system performance to meet demanding latency targets Collaborate closely with software engineering and trading teams to support scaling efforts Maintain and evolve systems across a global network of co-located environments Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field 5+ years of hands-on More ❯
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Lead Linux Engineer

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Radley James
A leading hedge fund is seeking a Senior Lead Linux Engineer to join a high-performance infrastructure team supporting global low-latency trading systems. This is a hands-on engineering role with strong ownership across design, automation, performance tuning, and deployment. You will lead strategic improvements to the firm’s Linux environment, enabling new trading strategies, supporting expansion … to new markets and co-location sites, and ensuring trading applications run with maximum reliability and minimal latency. This is a senior-level, highly technical role that goes beyond day-to-day operations and is central to their infrastructure strategy. Key Responsibilities: Architect and optimize global Linux infrastructure for ultra-low-latency trading workloads Automate system deployment and … configuration using tools like Python and Ansible Analyze and tune kernel and system performance to meet demanding latency targets Collaborate closely with software engineering and trading teams to support scaling efforts Maintain and evolve systems across a global network of co-located environments Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field 5+ years of hands-on More ❯
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Senior Covenant Analyst

London, United Kingdom
ION Group
understanding of the leveraged finance market and how covenants and financial definitions work in leveraged finance documents. About us We're a diverse group of visionary innovators who provide trading and workflow automation software, high-value analytics, and strategic consulting to corporations, central banks, financial institutions, and governments. Founded in 1999, we've achieved tremendous growth by bringing together … leading corporations, including 50% of the Fortune 500 and 30% of the world's central banks, trust ION solutions to manage their cash, in-house banking, commodity supply chain, trading and risk. • Over 800 of the world's leading banks and broker-dealers use our electronic trading platforms to operate the world's financial market infrastructure. ION is More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Freelance Credit Research Analyst

London, United Kingdom
ION Group
cooperation. Ability to manage workflow under strict deadlines. Preferred Proficiency in Spanish, French or/and German. About us We're a diverse group of visionary innovators who provide trading and workflow automation software, high-value analytics, and strategic consulting to corporations, central banks, financial institutions, and governments. Founded in 1999, we've achieved tremendous growth by bringing together … leading corporations, including 50% of the Fortune 500 and 30% of the world's central banks, trust ION solutions to manage their cash, in-house banking, commodity supply chain, trading and risk. • Over 800 of the world's leading banks and broker-dealers use our electronic trading platforms to operate the world's financial market infrastructure. ION is More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Business Analyst

London, Cathedrals, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Liv-ex
the next generation of Liv-ex digital products Liv-ex is the global marketplace for the wine trade, with over 600 members worldwide. We offer business services that span trading, data, logistics and automation technology to a diverse group of wine businesses – from ambitious start-ups to established merchants. Our goal is to make fine wine trading more … can offer in relation to responsibility and your wider personal development, this opportunity could be a great fit. Responsibilities Support the Product Manager, helping to design and deliver new trading, logistics and finance system Deliver business requirements across entire product lifecycles, from initial discovery through to launch and benefit realisation Understand and record high level business requirements, converting concepts More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
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Windows Infrastructure Automation Engineer

Slough, Berkshire, UK
Quant Capital
Windows Infrastructure Automation Engineer – Quant Trading £100,000-160,000 plus benefits and bonus Hybrid Quant Capital is urgently looking for a Windows PowerShell Engineer to join our high-profile client. This is an environment of Google or a startup where tech is number 1 with a huge budget allocated towards technology. The firm is known globally for its … will be surrounded by smart people deeply interested learning and in teaching what they know, as well as learning from you. My client is a very well know quantitative trading firm and marketmaker. This team has some of the best minds in Windows and Powershell Engineering. My client has a mixed Windows and Linux environment spread across physical and More ❯
Employment Type: Full-time
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Windows Infrastructure Automation Engineer

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Quant Capital
Windows Infrastructure Automation Engineer – Quant Trading £100,000-160,000 plus benefits and bonus Hybrid Quant Capital is urgently looking for a Windows PowerShell Engineer to join our high-profile client. This is an environment of Google or a startup where tech is number 1 with a huge budget allocated towards technology. The firm is known globally for its … will be surrounded by smart people deeply interested learning and in teaching what they know, as well as learning from you. My client is a very well know quantitative trading firm and marketmaker. This team has some of the best minds in Windows and Powershell Engineering. My client has a mixed Windows and Linux environment spread across physical and More ❯
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Performance Modelling Engineer

Ely, England, United Kingdom
European Tech Recruit
Performance Modelling Engineer – Onsite, Cambridge A major tech company is seeking a Performance Modelling Engineer to join its growing CPU Architecture team in Cambridge. This onsite role offers the opportunity to shape next-generation CPU innovations through advanced modelling, simulation More ❯
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Performance Modelling Engineer

Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom
European Tech Recruit
Performance Modelling Engineer – Onsite, Cambridge A major tech company is seeking a Performance Modelling Engineer to join its growing CPU Architecture team in Cambridge. This onsite role offers the opportunity to shape next-generation CPU innovations through advanced modelling, simulation More ❯
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Implementation (Integration) Consultant

London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Robert Half
Implementation Consultant - FinTech Start Up - Remote Role - £70-90k (Depending on experience) + Bonus & Benefits About Our Client Our client is a fast-growing, London-based SaaS fintech startup revolutionising the way regulations are managed across the financial services More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Salary: £85,000
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C++ Software Engineer (Low Latency)

London Area, United Kingdom
NJF Global Holdings Ltd
C++ Software Engineer (Low Latency) Salary: £150k-200k Total Comp: £300k-500k (dependent on experience and performance) A leading proprietary trading firm is seeking a C++ Software Engineer to design, develop, and optimize low-latency trading systems. This role involves working closely with research, systems, and operations teams to implement and enhance automated trading algorithms. Core … responsibilities: Develop and maintain high-performance C++ trading software including infrastructure and connectivity driving trading in the nanosecond limitations. Optimize system performance with focus on low latency, performance, stability and low-error tolerance Candidates will need to be extremely proficient with low level C++ showcasing expertise across areas such as low latency, multithreading, lockless programming and concurrency. Prior … finance/trading experience is not a requirement. More ❯
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C++ Software Engineer (Low Latency)

City of London, London, United Kingdom
NJF Global Holdings Ltd
C++ Software Engineer (Low Latency) Salary: £150k-200k Total Comp: £300k-500k (dependent on experience and performance) A leading proprietary trading firm is seeking a C++ Software Engineer to design, develop, and optimize low-latency trading systems. This role involves working closely with research, systems, and operations teams to implement and enhance automated trading algorithms. Core … responsibilities: Develop and maintain high-performance C++ trading software including infrastructure and connectivity driving trading in the nanosecond limitations. Optimize system performance with focus on low latency, performance, stability and low-error tolerance Candidates will need to be extremely proficient with low level C++ showcasing expertise across areas such as low latency, multithreading, lockless programming and concurrency. Prior … finance/trading experience is not a requirement. More ❯
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C++ Software Engineer (Low Latency)

South East London, England, United Kingdom
NJF Global Holdings Ltd
C++ Software Engineer (Low Latency) Salary: £150k-200k Total Comp: £300k-500k (dependent on experience and performance) A leading proprietary trading firm is seeking a C++ Software Engineer to design, develop, and optimize low-latency trading systems. This role involves working closely with research, systems, and operations teams to implement and enhance automated trading algorithms. Core … responsibilities: Develop and maintain high-performance C++ trading software including infrastructure and connectivity driving trading in the nanosecond limitations. Optimize system performance with focus on low latency, performance, stability and low-error tolerance Candidates will need to be extremely proficient with low level C++ showcasing expertise across areas such as low latency, multithreading, lockless programming and concurrency. Prior … finance/trading experience is not a requirement. More ❯
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Quant Developer

London, United Kingdom
Robert Half
assisting a rapidly growing start-up organisation to recruit a Quant Developer on a contract basis - London based - start ASAP Role The Quant Developer will develop a robust, scalable automated trading system using Python and the Interactive Brokers API Build a global options scanner capable of identifying predefined trading opportunities in real time Design backend systems to … iterate on strategy logic and support real-time deployment Maintain and improve internal reporting tools for live and historical data Profile The Quant Developer will have proven experience building automated or algorithmic trading systems Strong backend Python development skills (including clean, production-grade code) Solid understanding of Interactive Brokers API (or equivalent trading APIs) Excellent grasp of … software architecture Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills in real-time, high-throughput environments Highly autonomous, entrepreneurial, and proactive mindset Comfortable working in lean, fast-moving teams Company Rapidly growing trading start-up organisation with offices in London On site required Outside IR35 Salary & Benefits The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
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Java Quantitative Developer Low Latency

City of London, London, United Kingdom
James Joseph Associates Limited
Our client is a leading and well-established player in the Digital Asset and Cryptocurrency Quantitative/Algorithmic trading industry. The business is going from strength to strength, they are currently going through a period of exponential growth and are enjoying record profits The business is actively expanding as there is additional headcount for a number trade platform specialist … with a focus on either/or Quantitative Development or low-latency performance optimization. You will be working on greenfield projects to build out and enhance their low latency trading systems. THE ROLE: Working in a fast-paced trading environment as a Quant Developer, where you will collaborate closely with expert traders, quantitative analysts, and engineering specialists to … craft and fine-tune trading strategies across both spot and derivative markets. Based directly on the trading floor, you will play a crucial role in enhancing execution logic, automating workflows, and ensuring performance at scale for a high-frequency, multi-exchange setup. You will focus on optimising every component of the trading stackincluding multi-threading, network communication More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
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Data Analyst - 25206

Scotland, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Enverus Intelligence Research Inc
Data Analyst Energy Analyst Global Intelligence (Energy) Enverus is a leading provider of energy analytics, trading & risk, and business automation solutions. We deliver business-critical insights to the global energy industry through a state-of-the-art SaaS platform built on industry-leading data and energy analytics. Our solutions deliver value across the entire energy value chain, empowering customers More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior Data Scientist - Trading

London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Field Energy
Senior Data Scientist - Trading Department: Technology Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: UK - London Reporting To: Beth Rice Compensation: £110,000 - £130,000/year Description At Field, we have spent the last few years developing our automated energy trading platform, Gaia. We deployed Gaia to trade in real-time for our first physical asset in GB … part of a small team. The market is 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and you will be one of the key responders for any aspect of trading that requires humans in the loop, such as responding to unplanned or emergency scenarios. This is an exciting time to join Field, right at the core of the business. … massive impact. As part of the team, you will: Develop algorithms to trade, forecast and co-optimise revenues across multiple markets Be part of the team that manages live trading and physical assets, and provide 24/7 support Deploy and maintain real-time, mission-critical software Develop the ability to inform and/or override algorithmic decisions in More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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CMC Markets Head of Quantitative Analysis

London, United Kingdom
BestForexBonus.com
CMC Markets Head of Quantitative Analysis Job description: Lead a growing quant team responsible for developing novel trading strategies, financial models, and automation across pricing and risk management. A varied and fast paced role, act as a key strategic partner to senior management by translating quantitative research into scalable, automated market making and trading solutions. Work closely … with trading heads, the front office software engineers, the institutional sales and sales trading teams and the market, credit and liquidity risk managers. More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Quantitative Developer

London, United Kingdom
Robert Half
Robert Half are seeking an experienced Quantitative Developer to support the buildout of an automated trading system on an inital 3 months contract. Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will be proficient in backend Python development and have direct experience integrating with the Interactive Brokers API. Collaborate on the development of a fully automated trading system using Python … and the Interactive Brokers API Translate trading strategies and data logic into clean, production-ready code Post-setup, focus will shift to: System optimization for performance and reliability Enhancing reporting and monitoring capabilities Designing and implementing robust risk management controls Requirements: Proven experience building automated trading systems Strong Python programming skills (backend focus) Direct experience with the … Interactive Brokers API is essential Strong understanding of trading workflows, data pipelines, and risk controls Able to work independently and deliver within tight timelines Organisation: 3 months initially, with potential for extension Outside IR35 5 days per week, based out of the London office Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
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Senior C++ Developer

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Alexander Chapman
A global investment bank is seeking a Senior C++ Developer to join a high-impact team responsible for designing, building, and optimizing low-latency trading systems across multiple asset classes. This VP-level role offers the opportunity to work closely with traders, quants, and other technologists in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment. What you’ll do: Develop high … performance C++ code to support automated trading Optimize systems for latency, scalability, and maintainability Collaborate with cross-functional teams on solution design Contribute to architectural decisions and long-term strategy Uphold best practices in testing, security, and engineering excellence Key Requirements: Expert-level C++ development experience Proven background in low-latency systems Proactive and able to deliver independently … Bonus: Experience with trading systems or market data feeds This is a high-visibility role for a hands-on engineer who thrives in performance-critical environments and wants to shape the future of electronic trading technology. More ❯
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Senior C++ Developer

London Area, United Kingdom
Alexander Chapman
A global investment bank is seeking a Senior C++ Developer to join a high-impact team responsible for designing, building, and optimizing low-latency trading systems across multiple asset classes. This VP-level role offers the opportunity to work closely with traders, quants, and other technologists in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment. What you’ll do: Develop high … performance C++ code to support automated trading Optimize systems for latency, scalability, and maintainability Collaborate with cross-functional teams on solution design Contribute to architectural decisions and long-term strategy Uphold best practices in testing, security, and engineering excellence Key Requirements: Expert-level C++ development experience Proven background in low-latency systems Proactive and able to deliver independently … Bonus: Experience with trading systems or market data feeds This is a high-visibility role for a hands-on engineer who thrives in performance-critical environments and wants to shape the future of electronic trading technology. More ❯
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Senior C++ Developer

South East London, England, United Kingdom
Alexander Chapman
A global investment bank is seeking a Senior C++ Developer to join a high-impact team responsible for designing, building, and optimizing low-latency trading systems across multiple asset classes. This VP-level role offers the opportunity to work closely with traders, quants, and other technologists in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment. What you’ll do: Develop high … performance C++ code to support automated trading Optimize systems for latency, scalability, and maintainability Collaborate with cross-functional teams on solution design Contribute to architectural decisions and long-term strategy Uphold best practices in testing, security, and engineering excellence Key Requirements: Expert-level C++ development experience Proven background in low-latency systems Proactive and able to deliver independently … Bonus: Experience with trading systems or market data feeds This is a high-visibility role for a hands-on engineer who thrives in performance-critical environments and wants to shape the future of electronic trading technology. More ❯
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Quantitative Researcher

London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Verity Hunt
We're looking for an exceptional Quantitative Researcher to join a pioneering international HFT firm at the forefront of trading tech & infra innovation. The company's focus spans across multiple exchanges & platforms worldwide, including both traditional & cryptocurrency markets. The team provides top-tier access to market data , distributed in-house infrastructure & a variety of support functions (like Quantitative analytics … edge strategies that capitalize on market opportunities with speed & precision. What will you do in this role? Research the global markets to locate anomalies early & convert them into actionable trading strategies. Manage & operate automated trading systems that require low-latency responses. Oversee execution processes & monitor active positions. Fine-tune system parameters in response to changing market conditions. … Propose new ideas for system automation & overall performance improvements. Keep the team updated on market developments & system performance. About you: 3+ years experience in algorithmic trading, with proven results in recent years. Demonstrated ability to develop & implement your own trading strategies. At least 1 year of practical experience using Python in a trading context. A track record More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Product Owner SimCorp Dimension

London, United Kingdom
Berenberg
that presents you with exciting challenges-whether through the support and further development of legacy systems or the introduction of modern technologies such as AI, machine learning, and highly automated trading applications. Our IT department, with around 300 employees, works predominantly in an agile manner based on a Scrumban approach and covers areas such as cloud computing, cybersecurity More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Automated Trading
10th Percentile
£78,125
25th Percentile
£87,500
Median
£105,000
75th Percentile
£130,000
90th Percentile
£132,250