Founder at Vertex Search – connecting elite talent with global leaders in the systematic trading and technology space

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

• 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 bachelor’s 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.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering, Research, and Information Technology

Industries

Capital Markets, Financial Services, and Data Infrastructure and Analytics