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# Head of Software Engineering -Electronic Trading

- **Company:** Optionsquant Capital
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Software Engineering, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/44314365/

## About the Role

technical.The Head of Software Engineering Must Have:· Strong knowledge of algorithms and data structures.· Degree in Computer Science or a STEM Subject· Strong knowledge of trading and high demand systems· Ability to read code Java, C++ or Python· Strong experience in automated testing teams, unit testing.· AgileYou will be joining a progressive and exciting company committed to excellence. They offer an excellent working environment with ongoing training and a structured career path. You can also expect an excellent salary and benefits package. Including a large bonus from day 1.My client is based in London Hybrid Working 1 day per week

## Description

quality assurance engineers, who are responsible for building the automated testing platform and test cases· Provide technical direction with respect to performance, reliability and functionality.· Contribute to the evaluation and development of operational strategy and performance in conjunction with the management team.· Design, engineer, and test highly reliable services· Spearhead and manage company-wide projects to develop new business lines and increase operational efficiency.· Lead others in debugging of complicated engineering and operational problems.Development is agile and fast paced. As requirements evolve you will leverage the best of the community, sometimes substituting your own solutions where greater performance is needed. You will be encouraged to evangelise and prototype new technologies and through doing so you will help shape the architecture.This is a management role but requires the ability to understand technology. This development team is not huge and is very