Python Quant Dev - Cash Equities/Algo/Backtesting/Trading/Market Making

Responsibilities

• Research and analyse trading outcomes to assess effectiveness of execution strategies

• Build and refine quantitative models to improve algorithmic trading performance

• Implement elements of trading logic in Python and work closely with engineering teams

• Partner with clients to explain model behaviour, review performance and gather feedback

• Support clients in an execution consulting capacity to optimise use of trading products

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong quantitative mindset with passion for data and research

• Strong Python development skills (Java exposure beneficial but not core)

• Experience with electronic trading strategies and market microstructure

• Knowledge of European equities markets

• Exposure to distributed systems and large-scale data analysis desirable

• Excellent communication skills; able to work with global teams and clients

• High-frequency trading experience advantageous

Permanent role - Central London based - hybrid working

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