Python Developer

Python Developer - Systematic Trading

12-months Contract (Outside IR35)

Mayfair, London (Hybrid role)

A leading European hedge fund is seeking a highly skilled Python Developer to join their systematic trading team on a contract basis. This is a hands-on, high-impact role that spans the entire lifecycle of systematic trading systems - from data acquisition and research to backtesting and production deployment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust tools to support the full lifecycle of trading strategies

• Collaborate closely with quantitative researchers and technologists to translate evolving requirements into scalable solutions

• Take full ownership of existing systems while driving enhancements based on new business needs

• Contribute to a high-performance technology stack, optimizing performance and reliability at every layer

Role Requirements:

• Python (primary language)

• Familiarity with C#, Rust

• Experience with relational databases and messaging frameworks

• Prior experience in systematic trading

This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to complex trading systems that underpin multi-billion-dollar strategies, within a fund known for its innovation and discretion.

If this sounds like the right next step in your contracting career, feel free to reach out directly.