Python Software Engineer

Python Software EngineeRole: Graduate Quant Developer / Quant Researcher Client: Boutique Quant Trading Firm Level: Graduate Compensation: Up to £150,000 Base + Bonus Location: London (Hybrid) Overview A boutique quant trading firm is seeking an exceptional graduate to join a world-class front-office team of some of the brightest quantitative minds in the industry. With an effectively unlimited technology budget, a strong performance-driven culture, and a flat, non-bureaucratic structure, this is a rare opportunity to launch a career at the very top of quantitative finance. The Role You will work in a highly collaborative front-office environment, contributing directly to the design and development of fully automated, high-performance trading systems. Key responsibilities include: • Building and maintaining ultra-low-latency, automated trading infrastructure • Researching, testing, and deploying your own trading models • Writing production-grade code in Python and/or C++ (team dependent) • Collaborating closely with senior researchers and technologists Requirements • A top-tier degree from a highly reputed university in a STEM discipline (Computer Science or Mathematics strongly preferred) • Outstanding fundamentals in data structures, algorithms, probability, and statistics • Strong programming ability in a modern language such as Python or C++ • Demonstrated passion for technology through personal projects, hackathons, meet-ups, or research What’s on Offer • Ownership of multiple greenfield projects using bleeding-edge technology • Work alongside exceptional technologists and researchers, including Olympiad medalists • A meritocratic, non-bureaucratic culture with rapid career progression • Highly competitive compensation and bonus structure If you are a high-performing graduate developer or quantitative-minded technologist looking to break into the top echelon of quantitative trading, please apply with an up-to-date CV or email rdelaney@hunterbond.com.