Quantitative Developer - Systematic Execution

Algo Trading | Java, Equities, Market Microstructure | £115,000 | London (Hybrid)

A leading global financial institution is looking to hire a Quantitative Developer into their electronic trading/execution algorithms team in London. This is a Front Office role combining core Java development, quantitative research, and systematic strategy implementation, ideal for someone with a deep understanding of equity market microstructure, electronic trading systems, and performance modelling.

You'll sit in a globally distributed Quant Trading & Strategy function, working closely with traders, quants, and technologists to research, design, and enhance the execution logic behind systematic trading strategies. The position offers strong exposure to both low-latency trading infrastructure and client-driven product development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse performance of algorithmic trading strategies using large datasets
• Optimise market microstructure-aware trading logic and execution tactics
• Design and implement Java-based business logic for live trading systems
• Collaborate with quant researchers, engineers, and execution consultants across global offices
• Act as a technical point of contact on trading algorithm performance and behaviour

Required Skills:

• 3+ years of core Java development (Java 8+, Multithreading, testing frameworks, DI)
• Experience with electronic trading systems (preferably equities, agency or prop)
• Strong understanding of European equities market microstructure
• Background in quantitative modelling, data analysis, or algorithm design
• MSc or PhD in a relevant field: Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or similar

Desirable Experience:

• Experience with low-latency systems, high-frequency trading (HFT) or execution consultancy
• Exposure to Python for prototyping and data analytics
• Familiarity with distributed systems, messaging frameworks (eg Kafka), or order management systems (OMS)

Position Overview:

• Salary: Up to £115,000 base
• Location: London (Hybrid, 2-3 days per week onsite)
• Industry: Financial services, electronic trading, Front Office technology
• Team: Global quant/algo trading group

This is a unique opportunity for a Java Quant Developer to work directly on the engine of Real Time equity trading, driving tangible performance improvements and collaborating with some of the brightest minds in systematic execution.