Python Software Engineer

Durlston Partners
Cardiff, UK
6 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Algorithmic Trading C++ (Programming Language) High-Frequency Trading Python (Programming Language) Linux System Administration SQL Databases Real Time Systems Real Time Data

Job description

As a Python Software Engineer, you’ll collaborate with traders, quantitative researchers, and other developers to design, develop, and optimise trading infrastructure. You’ll be directly contributing to systems that operate at nanosecond-level latency and handle massive volumes of real-time data., Develop and maintain systems for real-time market data, trade execution, and reconciliation. Optimise performance and scalability across key trading infrastructure components. Partner with cross-functional teams to improve tooling, observability, and automation. Deliver robust, production-ready solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Min 2+ years of Python experience in a professional setting (HFT, trading, fintech, or other high-performance domains). Exposure to C++ or willingness to work in multi-language environments is a plus. Familiarity with SQL databases and Linux-based systems. Interest in financial markets, real-time systems, or algorithmic trading.

Benefits & conditions

Opportunity to work on high-impact systems used in live trading. Collaborate with some of the brightest minds in quantitative finance and software engineering. Competitive compensation package with a base salary, plus bonus.

We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis. If this role sounds like a fit, apply now to learn more.

Please note: Due to high application volume, we’re only able to respond to candidates who are shortlisted within 3 working days.

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