Research Engineer

We are looking for a Research Engineer with strong software development skills to join our team.

Responsibilities will include:

• Streamlining existing processes and assisting with the implementation of quantitative strategies
• Efficiently processing, storing, and retrieving extensive amounts of market data
• Maintenance of and improvements to proprietary backtesting framework
• Validation of existing models and implementation of automated regression tests
• Benchmarking and improving computational performance of research code
• Thorough examination of large volumes of post-execution data
• Serve as the primary resource for software engineering challenges within the broader research team

The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of three years of relevant work experience.

Requirements

Attributes that position you as an exemplary candidate include:

• Strong expertise in Python, Java and SQL
• Advanced problem-solving skills with a meticulous attention to detail
• Innovative thinking, creativity, and unwavering persistence
• Strong motivation to automate and optimize processes
• Willingness to navigate system constraints and challenge existing limits
• Capability to efficiently construct comprehensive data analysis pipelines including advanced statistics/machine learning concepts
• Flexibility to work beyond standard hours when required
• Experience in distributed/high-performance computing
• A Master's or PhD degree in a highly quantitative discipline, such as mathematics, statistics, computer science, physics, or engineering is highly desirable
• We prioritise your programming skills, raw talent, and potential to make a meaningful impact and deliver value — over unnecessary bureaucracy

This position is within front office trading, therefore, permanent remote work is not a viable option.

Benefits

• Attractive base salary
• Performance-based bonus program
• Comprehensive Private Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Defined contribution pension plan
• 28 days of paid annual leave in addition to public holidays
• Complimentary lunch on Fridays
• Snacks and beverages
• Budget allocated for conferences and professional development
• Office located in Central London
• Visa sponsorship available

If you find the above job description appealing, we invite you to submit your CV along with a concise cover letter that articulates your motivation for applying and highlights your suitability for the position.