Principal Engineer (Python)

TL;DR

Principal Engineer (Python): Developing state-of-the-art scientific investment processes for asset management with an accent on finance and tech integration. Focus on leading front-office and systems-based projects, blending hands-on engineering with leadership responsibilities.

Location: London

Salary: £180k-£350k

Company

Scientifically-driven asset management firm based in London, dedicated to innovative investment processes as alternatives to traditional bond markets.

What you will do

• Serve as the go-to expert for finance and tech questions across engineering projects.
• Lead and contribute hands-on to front-office and systems-based initiatives.
• Set engineering standards in an early-stage trading firm.
• Work on researching and developing scientific investment processes.

Requirements

• Strong Python expertise.
• Willingness to learn Rust.
• Experience in finance/tech intersection preferred.
• Ability to handle leadership and hands-on responsibilities.

Culture & Benefits

• One of the best cultures in the industry with high flexibility.
• Office environment people choose to attend.
• Equity from day one and competitive bonus.
• Strong emphasis on ownership and standard-setting.