Software Engineer (Python)

TL;DR

Software Engineer (Python): Shape trading technology by integrating new datasets and enhancing reference data systems with an accent on high-performance, scalable data solutions for financial instruments and market data. Focus on designing and implementing data pipelines, collaborating with researchers, and ensuring system scalability under high loads.

Location: New York (4 days in office)

Salary: $300,000–$500,000 TC (base up to $300k + bonus)

Company

Relatively new and wildly successful systematic hedge fund launched by ex-partners of a tier-1 player.

What you will do

• Collaborate closely with researchers to integrate new datasets into trading systems.
• Take ownership of enhancing reference data systems for financial instruments and market data.
• Design and implement high-performance, scalable data solutions.
• Work within a close-knit, highly collaborative team to shape the firm's trading technology trajectory.

Requirements

• Location: New York, 4 days in office
• Highly proficient in Python and SQL
• Deep knowledge of financial instruments, market data, and data vendors
• Ability to design and implement high-performance, scalable data solutions
• Excellent communication skills and collaborative mindset
• Strong BSc/MSc in Computer Science or other STEM discipline

Culture & Benefits

• Ambitious, high-calibre team environment
• Market-leading benefits