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KDB Developer - Low Latency Trading Technology

TP4535426_1725634611
  • £120000 - £150000 per annum
  • City of London, London
  • Permanent

Location: London, Dublin, or Remote (for the right candidate)

I'm currently working on behalf of a leading client in the financial services sector, looking to hire a talented KDB Developer with expertise in low-latency trading systems. This role offers the opportunity to work in one of the most innovative environments, where your contributions will have a direct impact on trading activities across global markets.

This position is ideal for someone with solid experience in KDB+/q development, particularly within financial markets or trading environments. You'll join a high-performing team that supports the company's trading operations in FX, Fixed Income, and Commodities. The role can be based in either London or Dublin, with full remote working options available for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and optimize high-performance KDB+ systems for low-latency trading and real-time data analysis.
  • Build and maintain core data platforms, services, and libraries supporting trading operations across global FX, Fixed Income, and Commodities markets.
  • Collaborate directly with front-office traders and quant teams to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions tailored to business needs.
  • Monitor and enhance system performance to ensure reliability, availability, and low-latency in mission-critical systems.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Proven experience as a KDB+/q Developer within a financial trading or data-driven environment.
  • Strong understanding of low-latency trading systems and real-time data processing.
  • Experience with database architecture and optimizing large data sets for performance.
  • Familiarity with financial markets, especially FICC (FX, Fixed Income, Commodities), is highly desirable.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of thriving in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

What's in it for You:

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Flexible working options, including remote work for the right candidate.
  • An opportunity to work in a high-growth, cutting-edge sector of the financial industry.
  • Join a team of experts working on mission-critical trading technology in a dynamic environment.

If you're passionate about KDB+/q development and want to work in a fast-paced trading environment, this is a role worth considering! Apply now to explore this exciting opportunity and take the next step in your career.

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

Tristan Pitt Principal Consultant

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