Python Research Engineer- Sophisticated Prop Trading Firm

• Software development experience in Python, proficiency in C++ & Bash
• Strong background in data structures, algorithms and OO programming
• Experience with distributed systems, scientific computing and ML algorithms
• Deep understanding of machine- and network-level details of computer hardware and OS
• Solid troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or related) from a top-tier university
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English
• Financial experience is not required.

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses
• Generous paid vacation allowance
• Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks on a daily basis
• Reimbursement for health & wellness expenses
• Donation matching program

Whilst we carefully review all applications, to all jobs, due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not possible to respond to those who have not been successful.

High-frequency prop trading firm with offices worldwide is looking to expand one of its trading teams in London with a talented Python Research Engineer.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with traders and researchers as you help architect and develop unified systems that enable strategies to be produced. You’ll reduce the time and cost required to conduct research, as well as enabling new research by designing flexible, efficient, scalable systems that the business can use easily.