> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1998306-backend-software-engineer-c-net-sql-hedge-fund](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1998306-backend-software-engineer-c-net-sql-hedge-fund). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Backend Software Engineer C# .Net SQL - Hedge Fund - **Company:** Client Server - **Location:** London, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Algorithmic Trading, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Databases, Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Standard Sql, SQL Databases, .NET Core, Backend - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://eu.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/backend-software-engineer-c-number-net-sql-hedge-fund-london-grossbritannien-58858134 ## About the Role * A grades at A-levels, * Advanced C# .Net programming skills including .Net Core (willing to consider Java, Python, or C++ if comfortable with C#) * Strong knowledge of SQL databases * Solid understanding of CS fundamentals (OOP, data structures, design patterns, algorithms) * Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to lead projects * Collaborative, problem-solving mindset and willingness to share ideas Key requirements * significant bonus * fund performance share * personal training budget * mentoring * private healthcare * wellness activities ## Description Experteer Overview As a Backend Software Engineer, you will help build and scale algorithmic trading systems within a hedge fund environment. You'll work with Quant teams to design valuation, risk, and pricing components and own key initiatives from early on. The role combines high-performance back-end development with collaboration across finance and tech experts to deliver scalable streaming compute operations. This is an office-based role in London, with a strong emphasis on ownership, impact, and continuous learning. Pay / Benefits * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop algorithmic trading systems * Partner with Quant teams to architect valuation, risk, and pricing components * Deliver massively scalable, high-performance streaming compute operations * Take ownership of projects from day one and drive technical delivery * Support and improve backend platforms within a finance-focused tech stack Tasks * Minimum 2.1 in a STEM discipline from a top-tier university * A grades at A-levels * Advanced C# .Net programming skills including .Net Core (willing to consider Java, Python, or C++ if comfortable with C#) * Strong knowledge of SQL databases * Solid understanding of CS fundamentals (OOP, data structures, design patterns, algorithms) * Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to lead projects * Collaborative, problem-solving mindset and willingness to share ideas Key requirements * significant bonus * fund performance share * personal training budget * mentoring * private healthcare * wellness activities ## Related Videos - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Functions Triggers using Azure Event Grids in Azure Blob Storage](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/47-functions-triggers-using-azure-event-grids-in-azure-blob-storage) - [Microservices architecture as a key element in building trading systems for global finance markets](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1196-microservices-architecture-as-a-key-element-in-building-trading-systems-for-global-finance-markets) - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) ## Related Articles - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/231-software-engineer-salary-in-the-uk) - [Fullstack Developer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/251-fullstack-developer-salary-uk) - [Frontend Developer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/233-frontend-developer-salary-in-the-uk)