Quantitative Developer

Job description

Senior Quantitative Developer - Equities StatArb London

Systematic Hedge Fund

Our client is looking for a Quantitative Developer to join their Equities Stat Arb team based here in London.

You'll work on high-performance Python graph (DAG) frameworks powering everything from research to live trading - handling diversified equity portfolios with sophisticated statistical models and optimized execution.

What you'll do:

• Develop complex StatArb strategies with large-scale data processing
• Build systems for high-turnover equity trading and portfolio construction
• Work on custom DAG framework enabling concurrent data processing
• Monitor execution quality, transaction costs, and market microstructure
• Collaborate with quant researchers on tooling and feature libraries
• Support live trading (FCA certification required - includes broker interaction)

You have:

✅ 5-6+ years as Quantitative Developer in hedge fund/systematic trading

✅ Strong Python (in-depth NumPy/Numba expertise essential)

✅ Deep Unix systems knowledge (processes, memory, I/O)

✅ Statistical methods, numerical optimization & equity market microstructure

✅ Degree in Mathematics/Physics (or strong STEM background)

Highly valued:

• Graph-based (DAG) data processing frameworks
• Equity trading mechanics (order books, execution algos, tick data, borrow/locates)
• Supporting both research platforms AND production trading systems
• Experience with high-frequency/high-turnover strategies

The environment: This is a front-line tech role in systematic trading - you'll take ownership in a fast-paced, agile setting working across research, development, and live trading platforms.

Ready to work on cutting-edge quant infrastructure? DM me for details

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-02-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English