Algorithmic Trading Developer

Description:

Harvey Nash is partnering with a prestigious Capital Markets client to hire a highly skilled Algorithmic Trading Developer for a strategic role in London. In this position, you will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of a Global Algorithmic Trading Platform, including low-latency trading strategies. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technologist with strong capital markets expertise and deep programming knowledge to take a lead role in building sophisticated trading infrastructure.

This role offers a competitive salary of up to £130000, along with performance bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package. The role requires 3 days per week onsite in Central London, offering a hybrid model that balances collaboration and flexibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• System Development:
  Architect, develop, and maintain a global algorithmic trading platform designed for low-latency performance and scalability.

• Strategy Implementation:
  Develop and monitor high-performance algorithmic trading strategies across multiple asset classes such as Equities, Futures, or Listed Derivatives.

• Performance Optimization:
  Analyze market microstructure and trading workflows to ensure optimal strategy performance and minimal latency.

• Quantitative Model Support:
  Collaborate with quant teams to implement statistical models, conduct data analysis, run simulations, and execute back-testing strategies.

• Testing & Monitoring:
  Build comprehensive test environments, automate simulation processes, and monitor algorithmic behaviours under live market conditions.

Candidate Requirements:

• Technical Proficiency:
  Expert-level experience in Java, Linux, and Object-Oriented Design/Programming.

• Capital Markets Knowledge:
  Solid experience building backend trading systems for financial instruments including equities, futures, or listed derivatives.

• Market Microstructure Expertise:
  In-depth understanding of electronic trading workflows and equity market microstructures.

• Quantitative Skills:
  Ability to work with quantitative models, perform statistical data analysis, simulate trading strategies, and visualize key performance indicators.

• Communication & Collaboration:
  Strong team player with excellent analytical and communication skills, capable of operating in a high-pressure financial environment.

Benefits:

• Salary Range: £120000–£130000 annually (~£10000–£10833/month)

• Bonus Structure: Performance-based bonuses

• Hybrid Work: 3 days onsite in Central London

• Additional Package: Includes standard corporate benefits