Electronic Trading Jobs in the UK

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Quantitative Trading DevOps Engineer

London Area, United Kingdom
Selby Jennings
Quantitative Trading DevOps Engineer Our client are at the cutting edge of Quantitative Algorithmic Trading. They are a group of Mathematicians and Engineers pushing what is possible with the latest technologies and original research into the intersection of finance and technology. They are looking for a DevOps Trading Engineer to take ownership of their Cloud-based Trading Infrastructure creating and fine tuning the environment for their code, production and tooling. This DevOps Trading Engineer must be a IaC/CloudNative evangelist. Ideally, this person will probably come from a background of electronic Trading … apply. This firm work on an AWS environment and they need someone who knows the technology inside out. Responsibilities Manage, Fine- tune the firms trading infra. Automate real-time and batch jobs. Collaborate with industry leading SWE on development and testing. Spearhead the growth and consolidation of a reliable more »
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C++ Engineer

London Area, United Kingdom
Stanford Black Limited
one of the biggest and most successful hedge fund owners around. The work they do has involved building out the fastest liquidity provider for trading in the world! You will be working on their cross-asset trading and price streaming network, which offers an open and transparent liquidity … network for Crypto and FX trading via a single high-performance, ultra-low latency API. Given their success, with 15 top tier FX Liquidity Providers and 10+ leading crypto institutions using their platform, they are now onboarding equities as an asset class with others soon to follow. Joining at … uptick! Requirements At least 5 years experience using C++ in a low latency environment At least 3 years experience with FIX or a similar electronic trading protocol STEM degree or similar more »
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Junior Performance Tester

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Miller Maxwell Ltd
s financial hub— for a team scaling up! 💼 🔍 They need a future wizard in performance testing to join the forefront of agile, high-stakes electronic trading projects. Your role is crucial: ensuring financial market data software operates at its peak. 👨‍💻 Arm yourself with Neoload or LoadRunner, commandeer CI more »
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Technical Support Engineer

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
StreamingEdge
fast-paced setting, combining your IT expertise with exceptionally high standards in customer support. This individual must have a proven track record working with trading and post-trade systems. The individual must also manage business client expectations within a time-to-market and dynamic environment. Competencies Required: MUST HAVE … a plus · knowledge of Python and scripting languages a plus Other Competencies Required: · The candidate should be knowledgeable in several of the following areas: · Electronic trade clearing/confirmation system APIs and workflows (any of MarkitWire, Reuters RTNS, Bloomberg VCON, Interdealer IDT, ICELink, LCH, CME, Eurex) · DTCC, MiFID, or … solid familiarity with major SDLC approaches · Excellent communication with users and writing skills. · Ability to manage multiple priorities, commitments, and projects. · Knowledge of competitive Electronic Trading Platforms and exchanges. · Knowledge of IDB Operations is a plus · Knowledge of networking is a plus Summary of Responsibilities: · Troubleshooting IT issues more »
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Quant Developer - eTrading (Credit Desk)

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Barclay Simpson
developer who is confident in developing core analytics in C++. This role offers global exposure plus Front Office experience while working closely with the Trading teams; and provide your input, advice and solutions in improving/creating a new pricing algorithm and new e-trading platform. Asset Class … Visa sponsorship can be an option for candidates who tick all the boxes. Responsibilities and skill set required:- Main purpose is to support the trading desk in devising the e-trading platform. Must understand what the platforms look like and liaise/support the traders. Self-sufficient. Must … Strong C++ Will deal with the analysis and development of pricing models. Skillset:- Essential C++ (including multithreading), Python and good communication skills 5+ years Trading desk quant experience/developing pricing models. Asset Class:- Credit experience is preferred but will look at wider asset classes:- IR, equities, FX, Rates more »
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Energy Compliance Officer, Electronic Trading - VP / Director

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Simmons & Hanbury
Our client is a market leading global electronic trading and financial services firm. They are seeking a Compliance Officer (VP - SVP level) in London to work within a flat structure and take the lead on their rapidly growing energy trading businesses. Key Responsibilities: · Advise on compliance requirements … for new initiatives. · Being the main point of contact for trade-related queries, strategies and new technology developed for trading and research. · Develop, implement and monitor policies, procedures and internal controls. · Contributing to specific market abuse risk assessments Experience Requirements: · Strong experience in advising businesses on energy markets compliance. … Strong UK and EU knowledge of regulations impacting physical gas. · Understanding of electronic trading and physical power markets also very useful. Due to the high volume of applications, if you haven’t heard back from the team on this role, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. If your more »
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DevOps Engineer

London Area, United Kingdom
Miller Maxwell Ltd
DevOps - Kubernetes - Chef - Ansible - PowerShell - "Unlocking Automation in Electronic Trading 🌐✨ #DevOpsOpportunity Exciting times at a global electronic trading organisation. Miller Maxwell has partnered with a electronic trading innovator, on a quest for a talented DevOps Engineer to join their London team. Here's how … pension contributions, 2 days in the office per week - Central London location close to St Pauls, gym membership. Interested in architecting the future of electronic trading? Let's connect and explore this exciting chapter together! 🚀 #DevOps #Automation #Innovation #TechTalent more »
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Lead FX Developer (Director)

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Nicoll Curtin
This is a brand new Electronic FX Engineering Lead (Director level) opening at a leading investment bank headquartered in the City of London. This critical role is positioned within a very high-performing Front Office department and this person will be responsible for the ownership, hands-on development and … roll-out of a new eFX trading system. This includes real-time pricing, risk management, price distribution, Algo execution and various E-Trading workflows. This is a Director level hands-on developer position and the suitable candidate will be very heavily involved technically, not to be confused with more »
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Automated QA Tester - Hybrid Working - Up to £120,000 + Comps

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Hunter Bond
Bonus Location: London Experience Level: 4+ years Our client is looking for an experienced Automated QA Tester who wants to join a Front-Office Trading Team! You will be surrounded by some of the best developers in London and working on bleeding-edge technology. If you have the ability … and system knowledge to further individual development Requirements: 4+ years’ experience in QA or Software Engineering or related field. Experience working in an E-Trading environment. Experience with Java. Experience with Unix. Experience in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans and test cases in response to requirements. Expert more »
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FX Quant Trader - Capital Markets

London Area, United Kingdom
Runtime Group Ltd
Central London. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantitative finance, exceptional analytical skills, and a proven track record of success in trading FX products within a banking environment. The role requires expertise in handling order-flow and developing quantitative trading strategies to optimize trading performance, and experience in a HFT (High Frequency Trading) Low Latency environment, Responsibilities: Quantitative Analysis and Strategy Development: Utilize advanced mathematical models and statistical techniques to analyze market data and identify trading opportunities in the FX market. Develop and implement proprietary trading strategies that capitalize on … market inefficiencies and generate alpha. Conduct thorough research and backtesting to validate trading ideas and ensure robustness across various market conditions. Execution and Order Flow Management: Execute trades efficiently and effectively, utilizing both automated and manual trading strategies. Manage order-flow to optimize execution quality, minimize market impact more »
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Java Software Engineer - Hybrid Working - Up to £160,000 + Bonus

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Hunter Bond
Job Title: Java Software Engineer Client: Elite High Frequency Trading Firm Salary: Up to £160,000 + Bonus Location: London/Hybrid Responsibilities: Our client is looking for an experienced Java Software Engineer to join their Front Office E-Trading team. With a commitment to the highest tech … prides itself on maintaining cutting-edge technology and a progressive work environment. You will be tasked with designing and developing high-performance, low latency trading systems from scratch, harnessing our clients dedication to upholding the highest tech standards in industry. Benefits: Exceptional professional growth opportunities in a tech-focused … as a Java Software Engineer. 5+ years of experience in a relevant role such as Software Engineer or Quant Development Experience working in ION Trading Experience with modern Front-End Technologies is preferable Experience with Cloud Technologies Proficiency in modern software development practices, including version control and agile development more »
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Lead GUI Software Engineer (C++/Wx)

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Augmentti
headcount and opened multiple new offices in under 10 years while consistently delivering double-digit returns. They are truly diverse (not your typical HFT) trading everything from traditional equities to High-Frequency FX, longer-term commodities and even Crypto. The management team have been together through multiple iterations, building … that is tasked with the build-out of their high-performance, low-latency, cross-asset infrastructure aligned with both quant research and the production trading environment. Working directly with the chief architect, you will work on a breadth of different projects across the stack over time as the business … functions. It's truly cross-asset and it will enable you to develop a huge amount of knowledge on how the world of systematic trading & quant finance works. There are no restrictions about where and how the role can evolve... What's in it for you? Beyond the above... more »
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Senior KDB Developer - Leading Investment Bank - Fixed Income/e-Trading

London, United Kingdom
Nicoll Curtin Technology
KDB Developer to join my client who is a leading Investment Bank based in Canary Wharf. You will be joining the Fixed Income e-trading team to help develop enhancements and deliver automation. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate closely with the KDB Framework, actively engaging with business, traders, and quants to … innovate and implement enhancements, focusing on automation. Provide Real Time support to quants and traders, troubleshooting issues efficiently within the dynamic trading environment. Lead the development of new features for the KDB data analytics platform, strengthening infrastructure, and delivering direct support to Fixed Income E-Trading/Sales … aimed at enhancing functionality and ensuring stability, driving alignment with business objectives. Develop and maintain tools to streamline support for our cutting-edge proprietary trading platform. Identify and pursue opportunities for automating manual tasks across global teams, continuously seeking efficiency improvements. Collaborate closely with traders and quants to analyze more »
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: GBP 1,100 Daily
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Director Level - eFX Lead Developer - Leading Investment Bank

London, United Kingdom
Nicoll Curtin Technology
Director eFX Lead Developer - C++, Java, Python, FX, eFX Low-latency, Trading, Front Office, Linux, Unix, Multithreading, Agile, DevOps, Cloud, AWS I am working with one of the world's leading Investment Banks which is looking for an eFX Lead Developer (Director level) to join their Information Systems Department … technology services and infrastructure to the global entities across the bank. In this role, you will be working to develop and maintain an automated trading application. You'll work closely with the Traders and Sales to build a low latency, high-performance eFX electronic trading system including … Real Time Pricing, Risk, Price Distribution, Algo execution, and various electronic trading workflows. Embracing a hands-on approach and showcasing creativity in problem-solving and product development. Engaging in the development and support of Front Office Systems. Participating in the evaluation and endorsement of new technologies to enhance more »
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior Java Developer - eFX Algo Trading Systems

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Pickhurst Partners
A leading international investment bank in London is looking for a senior Java Algo Developer with significant experience building low-latency e-trading systems within FX or Equities. This is a hands-on, Director-level position within the business, sitting with desk quants and having ownership of a greenfield … rebuild of the eFX Pricing and execution platform. Responsibilities: • Stay informed on the Desk Quants and FX E-Trading business strategy. • Responsible for developing automated pricing and trading systems to support the FX Electronic Trading Business under the direction of colleagues in Algo Trading. • Stay informed … carry out the assigned role, if any, under Compliance Risk Management and Operational Risk Management Assurance Key Stakeholders • Global Head of Quant TradingeTrading Programme Manager more »
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Software Engineer

London Area, United Kingdom
Cititec Talent
C# Software Developer eTrading and Commodities Hybrid (London office 3 days a week) Up to £700/day inside IR35 Cititec Talent are partnered with a leading, multinational bank and are seeking a talented Software Engineer to their team in support of electronic trading within the Commodities sector. … non-functional requirements. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with the eCommodities squad within the Commodities, Non-linear, and Capital Markets area to develop solutions supporting commodity trading, focusing on pre-trade processes such as Client-Sales-Trader workflow and automated pricing. Contribute to the development of applications and services primarily hosted … SpecFlow. Desirable Experience: Familiarity with Domain Driven Design (DDD) principles. Experience in financial products/derivatives, preferably Commodities. Previous exposure to front office or electronic trading systems and associated workflows. more »
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Quant Researcher

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Harrington Starr
Quant Researcher Essential: C++ Competitive salary Chicago Harrington Starr is working with a leading finance and technology prop trading firm to expand their high-performance team in Chicago. You will work as a research developer, and will be responsible for the end-to-end development of the firm’s … portfolio of automated electronic trading strategies. Responsibilities: Maintain and extend the firm’s core research platform software Maintain, enhance and grow the firm’s portfolio of automated electronic trading strategies Conduct code review of other team members Ensure quality of market data and simulation environment used … within platform Implement new trading strategies Build monitoring systems for strategy PnL performance What you will need: Strong experience in C++ Experience in futures and options Background in finance What you’ll get: Exceptional compensation structure, including performance based bonus Freedom to work on interesting and brand new technology more »
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Senior Software Engineer

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Algo Capital Group
Senior Software Engineer A Global Systematic Trading Firm is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to help build out a next-generation trading systems. You will be involved in mission-critical projects in trade execution, application development and market data feed processing, shaping and directing the architecture of … is deployed on Linux in short, frequent development cycles in proprietary software. Responsibilities Lead and contribute to the design and implementation of next-generation trading systems, focusing on trade execution, application development, and market data feed processing. Develop robust, high-performance software solutions in C++ within a Linux environment … to support trading operations, ensuring reliability, scalability, and low-latency execution. Take ownership of mission-critical projects, from conception to deployment, ensuring adherence to project timelines and delivering high-quality code that meets business requirements. Work closely with trading desks, quantitative researchers, and other technology teams to understand more »
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Quantitative Developer

London Area, United Kingdom
Algo Capital Group
Quantitative Developer Quantitative Developer for a global hedge fund based to develop and execute highly automated quantitative trading strategies in a multi-billion trading group; using sophisticated quantitative statistical techniques work directly with the head of trading on developing and implementing machine learning models, design of the … and managing the micro-market structure and algorithms in C++ and Python. Key Responsibilities: Assist in developing core algorithms and models leading directly to trading decisions Working with the machine learning lab on developing trading results. Work closely with traders to interpret valuations and develop next-generation models … Work on the high-level architecture of C++ and python models and various strategies. Provide high-level technical and investment analytics support to the trading desk. Work closely with other researchers to develop and continuously improve trading strategies, and help translate algorithms into code. Skillset Requirements: Prior experience more »
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Quantitative Trader

London Area, United Kingdom
Algo Capital Group
Quantitative Trader - Cash Equities, Options or Futures A high frequency electronic trading firm in London is seeking a Quantitative Trader in their growing trading teams in Cash Equities, Options and Futures. This is an excellent opportunity to deploy either market-making or position taking strategies utilizing ultra … low-latency technology. The firm is looking for motivated, ambitious individuals with experience in a quantitative/systematic trading environment who want to be part of a collaborative and exciting team. The individual will have a lot of flexibility and autonomy to generate PnL. Responsibilities: Build and develop quantitative … strategies Optimize existing strategies with the help of research and dev teams Manage risk, and ensure optimal execution of trading strategies Lead the design of monitors/signals/limits Help develop risk management framework Experience Required: B.S./M.S. from a leading university in a quantitative discipline such more »
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Java Engineer - up to £120k + Bonus - London - Low latency trading!!

London Area, United Kingdom
Hunter Bond
Bonus + Benefits Location: London/Remote My client is an innovative and award-winning Fintech based in London at the forefront of the eTrading space. They are after someone with a genuine passion for Java, agile development and Opensource tech to join an already highly skilled development team. You … will have the opportunity to work on a cutting-edge low latency, high throughput distributed FX Trading platform. In this role you will work and learn alongside a team of highly experienced cross-skilled developers and technology specialists. Their development practices also emphasise the use of Extreme Programming and more »
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Senior Software Engineer

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Durlston Partners
Senior Java Developer - Crypto Trading - LDN - Up to £160k base (DOE) + Bonus A crypto trading pod backed by a highly successful global hedge fund here in London, are looking to hire a Senior Developer into their world … class front office crypto/trading and technology team. 𝐀𝐬 𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫, 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥: Work in a small engineering team building critical eTrading infrastructure and components to support execution, treasury, risk and data analytics. Own the relationship with key stakeholders across the firm to inform the requirements, roadmap … 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: 5+ years of professional hands-on experience with Java, Kotlin, Rust or similar 3 + years professional experience in financial services Experience in trading systems/infrastructure/trading platform development STEM Degree from a Top University We will respond to all successful candidates shortlisted for this more »
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Lead Quantitative Developer (C++) | Systematic Trading

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Augmentti
Yes, this will pay high 6-figures... Yes, this is for an "elite quant trading firm"... Yes, they use modern/cutting-edge technology... but let me explain what makes this role unique... In short: greenfield project, existing PnL (but leaving millions on the table) so 0 risk … from the fund and a bunch more things that I can't squeeze into this advert. You need to work on real-time automated trading systems, understand execution/trading strategy logic, use C++ as your programming weapon of choice and choose Linux over Windows every time. Hit … or drop me a note to find out more ;-) ---------------------------------------------------- Keywords: C++, C ++, C++14, C++17, C++20, C++23, Quant Research, Quant Development, Quant Developer, Intraday Trading, Quant Fund, Hedge Fund, Finance, Equities, Futures, FX, Modelling, Strategies, Trading Signals, Multithreading, Linux, Unix, High-Performance, Operating Systems, Real-Time, Algorithms, Algorithmic more »
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Energy Flow Trader

London Area, United Kingdom
Charles Levick Limited
Position Overview: A prestigious global bank headquartered in London is seeking a talented Gas and Power Flow Trader to join their esteemed trading desk. The Gas and Power Flow Trader will play a pivotal role in executing trading strategies, managing positions, and optimizing profitability in the gas and … Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis of gas and power markets, including supply and demand dynamics, infrastructure constraints, regulatory developments, and market trends to identify trading opportunities. Trading Execution: Execute trades in the gas and power markets, including physical and financial products, to capitalize on market inefficiencies, manage flows … portfolio of gas and power positions, including spot and forward contracts, options, and other derivatives, while adhering to risk limits and compliance requirements. Flow Trading: Actively participate in flow trading activities, including market making, liquidity provision, and order execution, to facilitate client transactions and enhance trading desk more »
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Linux Systems Engineer

London Area, United Kingdom
Miller Maxwell Ltd
Linux Systems Engineer – Market Maker – London – Unix – Linux. Miller Maxwell is working with an expanding Electronic Trading organisation expanding the European operations in London. They are technically dynamic, highly profitable and renowned for their significant investment in technology. The Linux Systems Engineer will support Front Office Trading … business. The Linux Systems Engineer can expect to: Work with a dynamic technology stack including Build and maintain Linux server environments Support high-frequency trading systems Configure, deploy and upgrade Linux Servers Work directly with High Frequency Traders Be involved in configuration, testing, installation and trade monitor tools Write … or Kubernetes – beneficial Config management experience – Ansible or Puppet – beneficial Ability to work in a fast-paced environment A keen interest in financial markets – Electronic Trading If you are presently working for a brokerage, investment bank, exchange/market maker, proprietary trading house or high-frequency trading more »
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Electronic Trading
10th Percentile
£27,000
25th Percentile
£70,000
Median
£120,000
75th Percentile
£152,813
90th Percentile
£164,750