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Market Data Analytics Team

Are you a passionate Quant Developer looking for your next big challenge? We are seeking a talented individual to join our Market Data Analytics team in London. This is your chance to work in a real-time data analytics environment, building cutting-edge cross-product pricing models. You’ll start with Bonds and have the opportunity to expand your expertise into other asset classes, including Interest Rate Swaps, FX, FX Options, Interest Rate Options, Equities, Commodities, and Precious Metals.

About the Team

Our team is a vibrant mix of quantitative analysts, data scientists, developers, and product specialists. We’re all about collaboration, innovation, and delivering high-quality data solutions for our Market Data business. Working here means you’ll be part of projects that make a real difference, gaining insights from different corners of the organization and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

What You'll Need:

Strong Java skills: You’ve got the chops to write clean, efficient code.
Pricing Analytics Background: You know your way around pricing models and analytics.
Experience in at least one asset class: Sovereign Debt experience is a big plus!
Real-time, event-driven environments: You thrive in fast-paced, dynamic settings.
Shared Frameworks: You’re comfortable working within shared frameworks to deliver solutions.
Data-Driven Development: Back-testing, unit-testing, and mocking are second nature to you.
Multilingual Programming Background: You’re versatile and open to learning new languages.

Bonus Points For:
Multiple Asset Classes: The more, the merrier!
Relational & NoSQL Databases: Experience with KDB (ideal), Oracle, Sybase, or Cassandra.
Electronic Trading Systems & Execution Platforms: Exposure to these is a big plus.
Container Frameworks: Experience with containerization and related tools.
Additional Languages/Technologies: Python, C++, KDB+/Q, C#, and C.

Why join this team?

This isn’t just another job—it’s a chance to make a real impact. If you’re driven, eager to grow, and excited about creating innovative pricing solutions, we want to hear from you. In return, we offer a competitive salary, a generous bonus package, and the chance to work in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and become a key player in our dynamic team

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