Our client, a London-based hedge fund, is seeking a full-stack Software Engineer to join a front-office trading team. This is a hands-on role working directly with Portfolio Managers and traders to develop tools and systems that support real-time investment decisions.
You'll be responsible for building and maintaining the full analytics stack - from ingesting and transforming data to delivering clean, responsive front-end applications. The role offers strong exposure to trading workflows and a chance to make a direct impact on portfolio management.
Key responsibilities :
- Optimise and extend core back-end systems that support continuous, high-availability analytics
- Design and implement data pipelines to clean, normalise, and structure financial datasets
- Build responsive, informative front-end tools using React to support decision-making on the trading desk
- Collaborate with Portfolio Managers to scope and deliver high-impact tools and applications
- Manage data ingestion from multiple sources, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and performance
Requirements :
1-2+ years of professional experience in a software development roleStrong proficiency in Python, including data libraries such as pandas, numpy and scipyExperience building front-end applications in React or a similar frameworkSolid understanding of modern software engineering practices and clean code principlesComfortable working in a fast-paced environment with evolving requirementsInterest in financial markets and enthusiasm for working closely with a trading teamDegree in Computer Science or a related technical disciplineTo apply, please send your CV in word format to quantresearch@octaviusfinance.com #J-18808-Ljbffr