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# Senior Data Engineer - Real-Time Quant Finance Platform

- **Company:** Glocomms
- **Location:** Greater London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Data Systems, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering
- **Published:** September 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840673201-senior-data-engineer-real-time-quant-finance-platform

## About the Role

A leading quantitative finance firm in Greater London is seeking a skilled Data Engineer to build mission-critical data systems. In this role, you'll design and scale platforms for massive volumes of market data and tackle complex distributed systems tasks. The ideal candidate should have 5-7 years of software engineering experience with Java or Python, and a strong academic background in a related field. Join a team that values engineering excellence and intellectual curiosity, shaping how data drives investment decisions.
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