VIE - Quantitative Development at Qube Research & Technologies
London, United Kingdom
Job Descrption
Who are we?
Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global investment management firm operating in all liquid assets around the world. With the power of data and technologies, we use our expertise in quantitative and systematic strategies to deliver high-quality returns and build long-term results for our investors. Passionate about our work, we use collaboration, adaptability, and performance to solve even the most complex challenges.
Our main challenges
Over the years QRT has invested in a global research and execution platform which has been deployed to cover all geographies and asset classes. It ranges from high turnover scalable execution expertise to multi-year simulation research platforms.
On our tech side, automation and industrialized processes are at the centre of our culture.
We operate in multiple languages from C++ to Python and embrace opensource software.
What does “Quant Dev” mean at QRT?
As a Quantitative Developer, you will develop efficient, robust and optimized software for Research and Trading.
You will:
Participate in the design, implementation, and monitoring of our real-time trading algorithms
Help integrate these algorithms into our live trading platform
Build low latency tools running on high-performance servers allowing our Electronic Market Making team to stay competitive in any environment
Provide direct support to Researchers and Traders
Your present skillset
Excellent fundamental computer science skills such as algorithmics, data structures, algorithmic complexity, parallel programming, OOP etc
Interest in software engineering/low latency/high efficiency development using C++, C# or Python
Interest in developing skills in real-time critical trading systems
Database knowledge such as SQL/NoSQL is a plus
Front-end development is a plus
Interest in financial markets/algorithmic trading is a plus
Soft skills
Excellent communication skills – you will interact directly with Traders and Researchers
Exceptional analytical skills
Appetite for becoming autonomous quickly
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Rigorous and structured mindset
Reasons to join us
Fast growing environment
Mentorship from industry professionals
Detailed practical hands-on experience with components of low latency trading: software, hardware, and systems
Systems architecture theory: understanding how these components impact each other, how they are controlled, and how they are measured
QRT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity as essential to our success. QRT empowers employees to work openly and respectfully to achieve collegially and collectively. In addition to professional progress, we offer initiatives and programs enabling employees to attain a healthy work-life balance.