About the job

Queueco, a proprietary trading firm based in London, is seeking a highly skilled Research Engineer with strong expertise in software development to join its dynamic team and contribute to the advancement of quantitative strategies, data processing, and computational performance within a fast-paced trading environment. The role involves streamlining processes, maintaining and improving a proprietary backtesting framework, validating models, implementing automated regression tests, benchmarking research code, and analyzing large volumes of market and post-execution data, while also serving as the primary resource for software engineering challenges in the research team. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of relevant work experience, proficiency in Python, Java, and SQL, strong problem-solving abilities, a passion for automation, and experience in distributed or high-performance computing, with a Master’s or PhD in a quantitative discipline being highly desirable. The position offers attractive compensation including a competitive base salary, performance-based bonuses, private medical, vision, and dental insurance, a pension plan, 28 days of annual leave plus public holidays, free Friday lunches, snacks, beverages, and a professional development budget, with the additional benefit of visa sponsorship for eligible candidates. This is a full-time, on-site role in Central London within front office trading, offering an excellent opportunity for innovative, motivated professionals to make a significant impact in the fintech industry.