Software Developer London - International Hedge Fund - UK-Based Applicants Only

Software Developer London - International Hedge Fund - UK-Based Applicants Only

Company

Company Oxford Knight

Location

Location London, UK

Type

Type full_time

Sponsorship

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UK-based applicants - this role does not advertise visa sponsorship. Right-to-work in the UK is preferred. Foreigners may still enquire with the employer.

Explore a Software Developer opportunity with Oxford Knight at a leading International Hedge Fund in London, UK. This role is ideal for experienced UK-based software engineers with existing right-to-work, though foreign applicants may still enquire. The position offers a competitive salary of £58,514.11 - £58,514.11, with total compensation potentially reaching £200-400k, within a technology-centric and collaborative environment.

Job Description

In this role, you will be part of the London office of one of the world's largest quantitative trading firms. The company places a unique emphasis on cutting-edge technology and collaborative problem-solving, engaging in trading a diverse range of financial products.

As a Software Developer, technology is central to the firm’s operational approach, ensuring that engineers are deeply integrated into every facet of the business. This structure guarantees that your contributions will have a significant and tangible impact on the firm's success, all within a relaxed and non-hierarchical work setting.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Software Developer, preferably within a high-performance or financial technology environment.
• Strong proficiency in relevant programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, Java).
• Demonstrable experience with large-scale, distributed systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset.
• A bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Crucially, applicants must possess existing right-to-work in the UK, as this is a UK-based only position.
• Opportunity to work within one of the world's largest quantitative trading firms.
• Significant impact on core business operations due to technology-centric approach.
• Relaxed and non-hierarchical work environment fostering collaboration.
• Highly competitive total compensation package, potentially up to £200-400k.
• Exposure to a wide range of financial products and trading strategies.