Software Engineer
Cambridge, United Kingdomfull_timePosted Apr 29, 2026
We are partnering with an elite, ML-driven systematic quantitative fund that is on the verge of becoming fully proprietary. This is a rare opportunity to join a boutique operation and be part of a highly skilled development team at a pivotal moment in the company's trajectory as it transitions into a prop-shop.
The Role
- Develop and maintain low-latency trading platform
- Manage infrastructure, including data feeds and trade execution
- Contribute significantly to shaping the future of the business
- Work within a high-trust culture with significant work-from-home flexibility
- Join a team experienced in the trading sector, formed of senior industry veterans
- Play a key role in the company's growth as it becomes a proprietary trading firm
What You'll Need
- 0-4 years' experience, including top graduates
- Proficiency in Python (ideally as your main language)
- Exposure to C++, Rust, or C# is desirable
- Ability to write performance-critical multithreaded code
- Strong interest in trading and financial markets
- Genuine interest in technology and maximising performance improvements
What's On Offer
- Competitive salary with P&L-linked bonuses
- Opportunity to work at a cutting-edge systematic quant fund
- Significant work-from-home and work-from-anywhere flexibility
- Be part of an elite development team with highly experienced mentors
Apply via Haystack today!