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McGregor Boyall
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London, Greater London
Software Quant Developer - Strats - Equity Derivatives/FICC
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Overview
A team of desk strats who transmute FICC and Equity Derivatives assets by automating key decisions taken every day, are seeking a software developer with a keen eye for mathematics/modelling. The team has a wide remit including automatic quoting, optimizing hedging decisions and developing algorithms to trade derivatives on venues across Europe. We also deploy statistical analysis techniques and mathematical models to enhance the decision making process, with the overall aim of improving business performance while working closely with traders and salespeople on the trading floor. Role Responsibilities Automate pricing of derivative products, providing fast and accurate prices in response to quote requests from our clients. Implement automated hedging algorithms, and build frameworks to manage risk centrally across asset classes. Perform systematic and quantitative analysis of franchise flows and market data, driving business decisions and the design of our automation platform. Work closely with sales and trading, support our automated pricing and trading systems. Be involved with all stages of the software development life cycle with a range of technologies, and collaborate closely with engineering teams who support the underlying infrastructure and frameworks, Basic Qualifications Excellent academic record in a relevant quantitative field such as physics, mathematics, statistics, engineering or computer science. Strong programming skills in an object oriented or functional paradigm such as C++, Java or Python. At least 2 years' experience. Self-starter with strong self-management skills, ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a high-pressure environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience implementing predictive statistical models, particularly non-linear regression/classification problems and Bayesian methods (hierarchical models, dynamic models, filtering etc). Previous quantitative or technical role working on or with a derivatives trading desk (irrespective of asset class), Knowledge of building automated trading systems and researching signals fo McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.