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# Software Engineer - Data Platform

- **Company:** Qube Research & Technologies
- **Location:** UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Big Data, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Continuous Delivery, Information Engineering, Relational Databases, Distributed Systems, SQL Databases, Multithreading, Data Pipelines, Programming Languages
- **Published:** September 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/software-engineer-data-platform-qube-research-technologies-9788472

## About the Role

You will join our Data Engineering team as an integral member. Our team works closely to solve challenging problems with a direct impact on both the business and trading activities. In this role, you will contribute to the development of our next-generation data platform, designed to incrementally ingest, aggregate, and index data from diverse sources. This project is of critical importance to the continued success of the business. Key aspects of the project include distributed systems development, large-scale data processing, and building a platform that is fast, reliable, scalable, and user-friendly. Our primary language is Rust. While prior Rust experience is welcome, it is not required - we are equally open to strong candidates with experience in C++, Go, or Java. Experience with financial data is advantageous but not essential. We welcome talented developers without a background in financial services and are committed to providing training and guidance., * Experience and knowledge in distributed systems and big data processing

 * Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: Rust, Go, C++, or Java
 * Strong understanding of multi-threading
 * Knowledge of testing within continuous delivery and integration pipelines
 * Familiarity with SQL and relational databases
 * Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a small, close-knit team
 * Familiarity with cloud technologies (AWS preferred)
 * Fluency in English

## Description

* Designing and developing scalable, robust services using best practices
 * Writing automated tests
 * Maintaining and scaling delivery/integration pipelines
 * Developing reusable libraries for the Data Engineering team
 * Collaborating with engineering teams and researchers to propose and implement new framework features


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