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LUKE NUTLEY

Python Quant Developer – Fixed Income – Hedge Fund/Buy Side – London/Remote

A market leading global Hedge Fund are looking to hire a Python Quant Developer to bolster their buy side operations within the Fixed Income space. You will work closely with Traders and Quants to develop a bespoke application suite for Pricing and Risk using modern Python technology and some C++ for the core libraries.

You will be required to gain a good understanding of their products, therefore a strong background within Fixed Income is required (FX, Rates, Credit, Commodities etc…). This will be coupled with exceptional technical knowledge of Python, real time systems and Linux OS.

This role provides the platform to be innovative, work on new and existing market leading platforms and provides a market leading compensation and benefits package too!

Requirements summary:

Python programming skills
SQL Databases, modern containers (Kubernetes/Docker)
Linux OS experience
Fixed Income knowledge (FX, Rates, Credit, Commodities)
Ability to work as an individual and as a team
Full SDLC experience

Apply to see a full job specification or reach out for a confidential discussion.

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

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