High-Frequency Trading Jobs in London

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Graduate Software Engineer

London Area, United Kingdom
Radley James
experience to the next level? We are looking for ambitious and talented individuals to join our team and work on cutting-edge high-frequency trading (HFT) platforms that drive our trading operations. About the Role: As a Graduate Software Engineer, you will … be part of a dynamic team developing high-performance trading systems and algorithms that operate in real-time markets. You’ll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, building scalable, low-latency solutions that maximize trading efficiency. You will collaborate with experienced traders and … of continuous learning and development, with mentorship and support from experienced professionals. If you’re eager to apply your skills in a high-frequency trading environment and drive innovation in financial markets, apply today! We want talented graduates who are excited to solve complex More ❯
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Graduate Software Engineer

london, south east england, united kingdom
Radley James
experience to the next level? We are looking for ambitious and talented individuals to join our team and work on cutting-edge high-frequency trading (HFT) platforms that drive our trading operations. About the Role: As a Graduate Software Engineer, you will … be part of a dynamic team developing high-performance trading systems and algorithms that operate in real-time markets. You’ll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, building scalable, low-latency solutions that maximize trading efficiency. You will collaborate with experienced traders and … of continuous learning and development, with mentorship and support from experienced professionals. If you’re eager to apply your skills in a high-frequency trading environment and drive innovation in financial markets, apply today! We want talented graduates who are excited to solve complex More ❯
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Senior Quantitative Trader – Market Making (EMEA Remote)

London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Keyrock UK Limited
London, Brussels, and Singapore, also soon to be Paris, and host regular online and offline hangouts to keep the crew tight. We are trading on more than 80 exchanges, and working with a wide array of asset issuers. As a … well-established market maker, our distinctive expertise led us to expand rapidly. Today, our services span market making, options trading, high-frequency trading, OTC, and DeFi trading desks. But we’re more than a service provider. We’re an initiator. … We're pioneers in adopting the Rust Development language for our algorithmic trading, and champions of its use in the industry. We support the growth of Web3 startups through our Accelerator Program. We upgrade ecosystems by injecting liquidity into promising DeFi, RWA, and NFT protocols. And we push More ❯
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Head of Engineering - Trading

City of London, Greater London, UK
Hybrid / WFH Options
Keyrock
Head of Engineering - Trading/Market Making Services About Keyrock Since our beginnings in 2017, we've grown to be a leading change-maker in the digital asset space, renowned for our partnerships and innovation. Today, we rock with over 180 team members around the world. Our diverse … well-established market maker, our distinctive expertise led us to expand rapidly. Today, our services span market making, options trading, high-frequency trading, OTC, and DeFi trading desks. But we’re more than a service provider. We’re an initiator. … talented engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Drive the design, development, and maintenance of high-concurrency, high-performance trading systems. Collaborate closely with product management to align engineering efforts with product goals and roadmap. Implement and enforce best practices in software More ❯
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Gov Bonds Quant Trader

London, United Kingdom
Huxley
be based in London. For further information about this position please apply. Job summary As an Associate or Vice President within the Rates Trading Strategies team, you will research, develop, test, and implement quantitative trading strategies, with a focus on risk management and return maximization on … linear Interest Rates products (Government Bonds, IR Swaps). You will be responsible for collaborating with Quantitative Research, Voice Trading and Technology to deliver these strategies to production, and with the wider team to integrate them within a portfolio of strategies, in a fast-paced, results-orientated environment. … Job Responsibilities Conduct in-depth research of systematic alpha opportunities Develop and implement quantitative trading models, algorithms, and strategies Back-test and optimize trading strategies using rigorous analysis Originate innovative trading strategies in collaboration with the voice trading desks Collaborate with the More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Quantitative Researcher – Crypto HFT

London Area, United Kingdom
Algo Capital Group
develop alpha-generating strategies in crypto. A world-leading proprietary trading fund is seeking Quantitative Researchers to develop and execute high-frequency trading strategies in the digital asset space. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and quants to deploy … solutions and have the autonomy to implement your own trading strategies. What you’ll do: Design and implement High-frequency trading strategies for digital assets. Work closely with infrastructure teams to optimize latency and execution. Leverage data to continuously refine … strategies and stay ahead of market trends. What’s in it for you? Be immersed in cutting-edge High-frequency trading systems and strategies for the crypto space. Competitive salary with profit-sharing opportunities based on performance. A dynamic and fast-paced environment with More ❯
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Quantitative Researcher – Crypto HFT

london, south east england, united kingdom
Algo Capital Group
develop alpha-generating strategies in crypto. A world-leading proprietary trading fund is seeking Quantitative Researchers to develop and execute high-frequency trading strategies in the digital asset space. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and quants to deploy … solutions and have the autonomy to implement your own trading strategies. What you’ll do: Design and implement High-frequency trading strategies for digital assets. Work closely with infrastructure teams to optimize latency and execution. Leverage data to continuously refine … strategies and stay ahead of market trends. What’s in it for you? Be immersed in cutting-edge High-frequency trading systems and strategies for the crypto space. Competitive salary with profit-sharing opportunities based on performance. A dynamic and fast-paced environment with More ❯
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Algorithmic Trader

London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Wintermute Asia Pte. Ltd
About Wintermute Wintermute is one of the largest crypto-native algorithmic trading companies in digital assets. We provide liquidity algorithmically across most cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading solutions as well as support high profile blockchain projects … and has successfully navigated multiple crypto industry cycles. Culturally, we combine the best of two worlds: the technology standards of a traditional high-frequency trading firm and the innovative and entrepreneurial culture of a technology startup. Read more here. Working at Wintermute We are … and analytical skills - we will test! Trading knowledge isn't required but a strong willingness and curiosity to learn algorithmic, high-frequency, quantitative, and liquidity provision trading is crucial. Strong interest and curiosity in blockchain, crypto, and DeFi - you like keeping track More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of Quantitative Strategies

London, UK
Hex Trust
our Quantitative Strategies team for digital assets. This role will focus on designing and building a new business line centered on delivering innovative trading and market optimization strategies. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing strategies, managing a team of quantitative researchers and developers, and driving … execution in a fast-moving and competitive market environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantitative trading, high-frequency trading (HFT), or market making, with a proven track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams. Candidates with expertise in … with proficiency in Python for data analysis and strategy development Experience with low-latency programming languages such as Rust, particularly for high-performance trading systems Familiarity with building scalable, real-time trading systems and tools Exceptional leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication More ❯
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Quantitative Trader

London, UK
Hybrid / WFH Options
Genesys Logic, Inc
futures trading. They are looking for highly skilled and experienced traders to join a research effort focused on generating high frequency trading alphas in the futures markets. This opportunity will enable the right candidate to play a key role in … strategy development and make use of my client's excellent proprietary technology stack and infrastructure. About the role Designing, implementing, and deploying high-frequency trading algorithms focused on cross-asset Futures Coming up with new, cutting-edge trading ideas Creating tools for … by contributing to the development of analytical computation libraries About you 2-5 years of quantitative trading experience in high-frequency trading of one or more Futures. A MSc/PhD from a top-tier university High confidence in More ❯
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Software Engineer - Innovative Trading Prospects- Leading High Frequency Trading Firm | London, UK

London, UK
Oxford Knight
Software Engineer - Innovative Trading Prospects - Leading High Frequency Trading Firm Salary: £250-600k TC This is a fantastic opportunity to work in the London office of this tech-focused market maker with groundbreaking success in the high frequency trading space. Now looking for an engineer with an entrepreneurial mindset to design and build the software necessary for trading new products, in new markets, in new and innovative ways. Joining a close-knit multidisciplinary team of traders, software developers, and infrastructure engineers, your … in real-world pragmatism As comfortable working independently as with Traders, Researchers, and other stakeholders to deliver complex business initiatives Experience connecting prop trading systems to trading venues & exchanges, plus building a trading system that covers the entire lifecycle of a trade Desirable: Experience More ❯
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Software Engineer - Innovative Trading Prospects- Leading High Frequency Trading Firm - Oxford [...]

London, UK
Jobs via eFinancialCareers
Software Engineer - Innovative Trading Prospects - Leading High Frequency Trading Firm Salary: £250-600k TC This is a fantastic opportunity to work in the London office of this tech-focused market maker with groundbreaking success in the high frequency trading space. Now looking for an engineer with an entrepreneurial mindset to design and build the software necessary for trading new products, in new markets, in new and innovative ways. Joining a close-knit multidisciplinary team of traders, software developers, and infrastructure engineers, your … in real-world pragmatism As comfortable working independently as with Traders, Researchers, and other stakeholders to deliver complex business initiatives Experience connecting prop trading systems to trading venues & exchanges, plus building a trading system that covers the entire lifecycle of a trade Desirable: Experience More ❯
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Software Engineer - CHIP - London/Amsterdam- Leading Prop Trading Firm | London, UK

London, UK
Oxford Knight
Software Engineer - CHIP - London/Amsterdam- Leading Prop Trading Firm This is a technology-driven, diversified principal trading firm, trading their own capital at their own risk, across a broad range of asset classes, instruments and strategies, in financial markets around the world. As … C++. In this role, you will be a part of the Core Infrastructure team, responsible for designing, developing and maintaining the low-latency trading platform deployed globally. You will be tasked with working on various areas … of the technical stack including order routing, market data, and risk systems. Requirements: Strong preference for candidates with experience in proprietary finance, high-frequency trading (HFT) and/or market-making Significant experience developing high-availability systems in C++ and Python with More ❯
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Senior Java Developer, Low Latency, FX

London Area, United Kingdom
RE Partners
days a week) Full-time, permanent We are seeking a Senior Java Developer with expertise in Core Java, low-latency systems, and FX trading to join our team. This role is based on-site in the UK, requiring 5 days a week in the office. The ideal candidate … experience in high-performance, real-time financial systems within the banking sector. Key Responsibilities • Develop and enhance low-latency, high-throughput trading applications for FX markets. • Optimize and fine-tune real-time systems for performance, scalability, and reliability. • Work closely with traders, quants, and … Required Skills & Experience • Strong expertise in Core Java (Java 8+), including concurrency, collections, and JVM performance tuning. • Proven experience in low-latency, high-frequency trading systems. • FX trading domain knowledge with experience in pricing, risk, and execution systems. • Experience with multithreading, garbage More ❯
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Senior Java Developer, Low Latency, FX

london, south east england, united kingdom
RE Partners
days a week) Full-time, permanent We are seeking a Senior Java Developer with expertise in Core Java, low-latency systems, and FX trading to join our team. This role is based on-site in the UK, requiring 5 days a week in the office. The ideal candidate … experience in high-performance, real-time financial systems within the banking sector. Key Responsibilities • Develop and enhance low-latency, high-throughput trading applications for FX markets. • Optimize and fine-tune real-time systems for performance, scalability, and reliability. • Work closely with traders, quants, and … Required Skills & Experience • Strong expertise in Core Java (Java 8+), including concurrency, collections, and JVM performance tuning. • Proven experience in low-latency, high-frequency trading systems. • FX trading domain knowledge with experience in pricing, risk, and execution systems. • Experience with multithreading, garbage More ❯
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C++ Quant Developer - Options

London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Wintermute
About Wintermute Wintermute is one of the largest crypto-native algorithmic trading companies in digital assets. We provide liquidity algorithmically across most cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading solutions as well as support high profile blockchain projects … industry leaders and has successfully navigated crypto industry cycles. Culturally, we combine the best of the two worlds: the technology standards of high-frequency trading firms in traditional markets and the innovative and entrepreneurial culture of technology startups. To Wintermute, digital assets are not … in the crypto options market. In this role, you will directly collaborate with our traders, focusing on the development of scalable, high-performance options trading systems. You will engage with the full options stack, expanding the business across centralized finance, decentralized finance, and OTC. The ideal More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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DeFi Trader/Developer (all levels)

London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Wintermute Asia Pte. Ltd
About Wintermute Wintermute is one of the largest crypto-native algorithmic trading companies in digital assets. We provide liquidity algorithmically across most cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading products as well as support high profile blockchain projects … leaders and has successfully navigated multiple crypto industry cycles. Culturally, we combine the best of the two worlds: the technology standards of high-frequency trading firms in traditional markets and the innovative and entrepreneurial culture of technology startups. Read more here. Working in the … Linux environments and Git version control Experience with programmatic statistical analysis and quantitative/analytic skills High level understanding of high-frequency market making strategies Understanding of blockchain fundamentals and mechanics of the EVM Familiarity with smart contract development and the Foundry toolkit A More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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DeFi Algorithmic Trader

London, United Kingdom
DAOLaunch
About Wintermute Wintermute is one of the largest crypto-native algorithmic trading companies in digital assets. We provide liquidity algorithmically across most cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading products as well as support high profile blockchain projects … leaders and has successfully navigated multiple crypto industry cycles. Culturally, we combine the best of the two worlds: the technology standards of high-frequency trading firms in traditional markets and the innovative and entrepreneurial culture of technology startups. Read more here . Working in … Linux environments and Git version control Experience with programmatic statistical analysis and quantitative/analytic skills High-level understanding of high-frequency market making strategies Understanding of blockchain fundamentals and mechanics of the EVM Familiarity with smart contract development and the Foundry toolkit A More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior Quant Trader - HFT

London, United Kingdom
Fionics
Quantitative Researcher - High Frequency Trading Are you a self-proclaimed 'numbers person' with a love for highfrequency trading and staring at screens for hours on end? Do you enjoy the thrill of fast-paced, high-frequency trading? Then we've got the job for you! We're looking for a Quantitative Researcher to join our team … mathematics, statistics, or a related field Proficiency in Python, with experience using libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, and Scikit-Learn Familiarity with high-frequency trading strategies and market microstructure A passion for solving complex problems and generating profits through clever trading strategies More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior C++ Developer

London, UK
iO Associates - UK/EU
to £130,000 | London (Hybrid) About the Company Join a top-tier consultancy, working with hedge fund clients developing ultra-low latency trading systems. Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with cutting-edge technology. Role Overview We are seeking a Senior C++ Developer to design, develop, and … optimise real-time trading systems. You'll work closely with traders and quants to enhance market data processing and execution. Key Responsibilities Build a new analytics library from concept to launch. Develop high-performance distributed systems for market data processing. Optimise system performance, latency, and reliability. … in Linux . Scripting (Python/Bash) for automation. Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related STEM field . Experience in high-frequency trading (HFT) or quantitative finance. Knowledge of low-level CPU architecture and hardware optimisations. Interested? Apply now to be part More ❯
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Senior C++ Quantitative Developer - Ultra High Frequency Trading- Leading Quant & Systematic Fu[...]

London, UK
Hybrid / WFH Options
Oxford Knight
Senior C++ Quantitative Developer - Ultra High Frequency Trading- Leading Quant & Systematic Fund Location: London Established HFT firm looking for an experienced C++ developer with a passion for high-performance, low-latency systems. The role is 'Senior Quantitative Developer', offering the opportunity to … C++ Quantitative Developer, you will work with an elite group of developers and quantitative experts to design, develop, and optimize ultra-low-latency trading algorithms. This position requires a strong foundation in high-performance programming and systems architecture, focusing on CPU cache optimization, memory management, and … C++ and metaprogramming for high-performance applications Expertise in CPU architecture, memory management, multithreading, and Linux systems Prior experience with high-frequency trading or market order execution systems Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with an eye for precision and testing Strong More ❯
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Quantitative Trader - HFT Futures

London, UK
JR United Kingdom
United Kingdom Job Category: Other EU work permit required: Yes Job Views: 9 Posted: 18.04.2025 Expiry Date: 02.06.2025 Job Description: Quantitative Trader – High-Frequency Trading - Futures A leading trading firm is seeking a High-Frequency Futures Trader to … to implement profitable strategies Successfully manage risk to optimise profits Ensure strategies produce excellent return on capital Design, develop, and manage profitable systematic trading strategies in Futures (Sharpe 2+) Qualifications: Experience at a proprietary trading firm, bank, or hedge fund Previous experience working with languages such … abilities Bachelor’s degree required in a related field, such as computer science or economics If you are looking to join a leading Trading Firm whilst leveraging advanced technology, then this is the role for you. For more information, please apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr More ❯
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C++ Quant Developer

London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Wintermute
About Wintermute Wintermute is one of the largest crypto-native algorithmic trading companies in digital assets. We provide liquidity algorithmically across most cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading solutions as well as support high profile blockchain projects … industry leaders and has successfully navigated crypto industry cycles. Culturally, we combine the best of the two worlds: the technology standards of high-frequency trading firms in traditional markets and the innovative and entrepreneurial culture of technology startups. To Wintermute digital assets is not … is not uncommon for our Quant Developers, and at least a graduate level of maths skills is required. Interest in algorithmic and quantitative trading is a plus. At Wintermute you will have an opportunity to grow and make direct impact on trading by developing and improving More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Python Software Engineer - London / Amsterdam- Leading Global Market Maker | London, UK

London, UK
Oxford Knight
with them, clients - including asset managers, banks, broker-dealers, hedge funds, government agencies and public pension programs - are able to gain a powerful trading advantage and are better positioned to meet their investment goals. In their mission to be the most successful investment team in the world, they … self-directed manner Provide timely systems support for trading activities Qualifications Strong preference for candidates with experience in proprietary finance, high-frequency trading (HFT) and/or market-making. In-depth experience working in Python The ambition to solve open-ended problems … house and third-party) Professional experience working with distributed systems Knowledge of SDLC methodologies Strong communication and interpersonal skills applicable to a dynamic trading environment Minimum Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or related field) A deep passion for technology and software development Preferred Qualifications Experience with proprietary More ❯
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Application Support Engineer £170,000 + Bonus (High frequency trading firm)

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Hunter Bond
Job Title: Application Support Engineer Client: FinTech trading Salary: Up to £170,000 + Bonus/Benefits Location: London (Hybrid) My client are a completely tech driven proprietary trading firm, looking to expand their Application Support team, and would like someone with prior front office experience … to provide technical support and engineering functions in support of their proprietary and third party trading systems. This role will be highly technical with a large focus on automation! responsibilities: Ensure readiness of the global trading platform for both pre-trading and post-trading activities. Monitor and support the entire transaction flow across the trading platform. Promptly identify, analyse, and resolve alerts and issues, or escalate them to minimize disruptions in trade flow and prevent outages. Collaborate extensively with the trading community, back office operations, brokers, exchanges, development More ❯
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High-Frequency Trading
London
10th Percentile
£39,500
25th Percentile
£45,625
Median
£105,000
75th Percentile
£136,250
90th Percentile
£180,000