Quant Developer - C++ - Product Control

Contract Quant Developer - Product Control - C++ and Python

Location: London (2-3 days per week in the office)

Contract: 12 months, inside IR35

About the Role: We are seeking a Contract Quant Developer to join the Product Control team at a global investment bank. This role involves improving and maintaining the Quant Library, primarily using C++ and Python.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop core modules of the quant library in both C++ and Python, including API client and grid computing.
• Manage the release of the library.
• Refactor existing code with a strategic vision.
• Enhance controls and enforce testing culture and coding best practices within the team.
• Ensure processes are compliant with Finance Instruction Manual (FIM) model development standards and governance policy.
• Collaborate efficiently with a diverse team across multiple locations (London, Bangalore, Krakow, Paris).
• Communicate transparently with management and respect the bank's values by seeking out different perspectives, collaborating across boundaries, being accountable, taking the long view, moving at pace, and making things happen.
• Own and manage relationships with multiple internal teams (Product Control, Development Team, Front Office Quants).

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Degree in Software Engineering or a Master's degree in Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, Physics, or a related numerical subject.

Skills and Experience:

• Strong knowledge and practical experience with C++.
• Good knowledge of Python.
• Knowledge of C# is an advantage.
• Knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Experience working within a quantitative finance space is ideal.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and consideration of timelines.
• Minimum 2 years of working experience is preferred.