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Role: Senior Python Developer Location: London/ HybridSalary: up to £140k base + bonus We are seeking a highlyexperienced Senior Python Developer to join a well-funded andrapidly growing hedge fund located in London. They originallystarted out in Zurich almost 15 years ago. As a senior member ofour dedicated team, you will have full ownership of designing anddeveloping low-latency, high-throughput trading systems. Your rolewill involve optimizing execution algorithms, analyzing tick data,and collaborating with researchers on challenging problems. If youhave a strong background in Python, experience in tradingexchanges, and a passion for cutting-edge technology, we invite youto join our team. You will work closely with the Head of Tradingand Director, working in a brand new team. Your work will involvebuilding out a brand new HFT crypto platform, improving exchangetrading connectivity, latency optimisation and collaborating withquant team on machine learning based projects. Ideal candidateswill have: - Scientific mindset with experience in numericalprogramming with Python - Have experience in building out a tradingplatform from scratch - Knowledge of trading exchanges, marketmicrostructure, and execution. - Well experienced in High-FrequencyTrading - Commitment to clean code, well-architected systems, andcontinuous improvement. Benefits - Opportunity to join a rapidlygrowing algorithmic trading company. - Competitive compensationpackage. - Ownership of designing and developing trading systems. -Cutting-edge technology environment. - Chance to work onchallenging problems and collaborate with experts. - Fast-paced anddynamic work culture. Apply Now: If you are an ambitious SeniorPython Developer excited about the opportunity to shape the futureof high-frequency trading technology, we would love to hear fromyou. Apply now for immediate consideration. UnderstandingRecruitment is acting as an employment agency for this SeniorPython Developer vacancy.

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