Quantitative Software Engineer - Systematic Hedge Fund

Job Description

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A tech-first hedge fund is looking for an exceptional Quantitative Software Engineer to join a high-impact, elite team working at the edge of algorithmic trading. Small in size but huge in success, this firm deploys systematic, data-driven strategies across global markets - including Equities, Futures, and FX.

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You won’t just be building tools - you’ll be partnering directly with world-class Quant Researchers to turn ambitious, moon-shot ideas into real, profitable trades. From alpha discovery to signal research, your work will have an immediate and tangible impact.

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What you’ll be doing:

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• Architecting and building custom research infrastructure for alpha estimation, risk modeling, and backtesting

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• Developing high-performance tools and platforms for data analytics and signal generation

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• Writing code that supports both live trading and simulation environments

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• Creating smart, scalable systems for data storage, integrity checks, and pipeline automation

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• Ensuring performance, reliability, and security of mission-critical research infrastructure

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What we’re looking for:

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• STEM degree from a top-tier institution

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• 5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience (Big Tech, hedge fund, prop shop, or start-up background preferred)

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• Deep fluency in Python and/or C++

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• Serious problem-solving chops and a product-driven mindset

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• A sharp commercial instinct and hunger to work at the intersection of tech and finance

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Apply or get in touch if this sounds like you..

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