Quantitative Data Engineer
Vertex Search · London, United Kingdom ·
- Category
- Data engineering
- Experience
- 2+ years
Quantitative Data Engineer at a leading trading firm in London or Dublin, working at the intersection of engineering, data science and quant research. Day to day: writing, testing and deploying Python code for model features, complex dataset analysis and data orchestration alongside researchers, developers and traders. Core stack: Python, NumPy, Pandas, Linux.
Quant Data Engineer - London OR Dublin - leading trading firm - exceptional comp & bens
Our world-renowned client is looking to hire a Quant Data Engineer into a varied role at the intersection of technology, data science, and quantitative research.
Responsibilities
As part of the Quant Engineering and Data team, you’ll sit closely with Researchers, Developers and Traders and collaborate on a range of technology projects including:
- Research enablement work related to trading activities, using a range of data science, analysis, and engineering skills.
- Writing, testing, and deploying Python code that creates new model features, analyses complex datasets, optimizes algorithms/quant code, and defines data orchestration.
- Partnering with researchers in the research development process, and take on coding tasks that optimise research project delivery.
This role offers a unique chance to gain a deep understanding of quant trading while leveraging your technical expertise to drive results.
What you'll bring
- 2+ years professional experience in Python, including use of NumPy and other scientific libraries.
- A passion for working with data / dataframes and solving data-related challenges. Strong Pandas experience is required.
- Minimum bachelors degree in a STEM subject at a reputable academic institution.
- A desire to work closely with Researchers and accelerate their research.
- The ability to self-manage, self-motivate, and seek process improvement opportunities.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills that enable you to collaborate effectively.
- Attention to detail and ability to react to changing priorities.
- Experience working in a Linux environment.
Why Join?
- Exceptional compensation and benefits on offer with world class office settings
- Partner with world-class researchers, traders and technologists, seeing tangible results from your work.
- Attractive relocation packages for the successful applicant + family
- Grow your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Annual remote working allowance.
Vertex Search is acting as a recruitment agency on this requirement.