> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3858983-java-ai-algo-quant-developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3858983-java-ai-algo-quant-developer). 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). --- # Java AI Algo Quant Developer - **Company:** UBS - **Location:** London, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Algorithmic Trading, Data Analysis, DevOps, Software Engineering - **Published:** October 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ubs.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25008&siteid=5012&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=352522 ## About the Role *Experience in the Equity Derivatives asset class, or a clear interest in developing this knowledge *Solid Java software development skills, ideally with exposure to real-time pricing systems *Practical experience or clear interest in applying AI across software engineering, automation, analytics or trading workflows *Take an automated approach to testing to ensure delivery of high-quality solutions *Familiarity with DevOps practices and a willingness to help improve delivery, deployment and support capabilities *A clear communicator who is comfortable working with business users and keen to build front-office and product knowledge *Experience working as part of a collaborative development team *You're curious to explore how AI can improve how we build, deliver, and optimize workflows. You do this with sound judgment - validating outputs and aligning with policies, risk standards, and ethical use ## Description Do you want to contribute to the front office of an investment bank? Are you passionate about algorithmic trading technology? Do you have experience working with real-time pricing systems and an interest in applying AI to automate workflows, surface insights and deliver robust, scalable Java server-side platforms? At UBS, we re-imagine the way we work, connect with colleagues, clients and partners, and deliver value. Our quantitative development teams sit within the investment bank business, driving greater responsiveness, adaptability and innovation. We're looking for a new teammate with practical AI skills to help advance our Equity Derivatives platform. In this role, you will contribute to: *Help design and deliver our new global equity options RFQ, auto-pricing and electronic trading platform *Work with business users and senior colleagues to translate complex business and regulatory requirements, manual processes and trading flows into automated solutions *Use AI to help automate business flows and deliver analytics and signals into the platform *Apply a broad range of software engineering practices to ensure the quality, security, reliability and compliance of our solutions, focusing on both functional and non-functional needs *Work closely with the global team to evolve the platform, build observability into our solutions, monitor production health, help resolve incidents and contribute to remediation of risks and issues *Share AI, technical and domain knowledge with the team, learn from colleagues and contribute to our engineering culture and internal communities Your Career Comeback We are open to applications from career returners. Find out more about our program on ubs.com/careercomeback. The team You'll work in the Principal Algorithmic Trading Equity Derivatives crew. You will be part of a global development team, working closely with the front office and experienced colleagues to build and support user-facing sales and trading applications.