Quantitative Analyst - Python - Financial Markets

Job Description

Quantitative Analyst (Research) – Python – Financial Markets. The research team at a financial markets firm are markets firm are implementing new products within their equity business and have an opportunity for an experienced python developer to play a key role in the implementation of quantitative research models.

Responsibilities

• You will work closely with quantitative analysts and researchers to implementing quantitative research frameworks in Python, including integrating models, algorithms, analytics, and research tools.
• This is ideally suited to someone who has strong Python development skills and a strong understanding of software engineering principles, and is highly numerate, so can work with quantitative research methodologies and frameworks.

Requirements

• 4-6 years total commercial/post-graduation experience, ideally in a quantitative role in the financial markets
• Solid understanding of financial markets and products – ideally equities
• Strong Python skills including data analysis libraries and visualisation tools (Matplotlib, ploty, pandas, numpy)
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and practices including CI/CD
• Degree or Masters in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or related

Additional Information

This is a £500-£550/day PAYE role which is initially a six-month contract, but may convert to permanent in the medium term. Based London.