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A leading recruitment firm is seeking experienced C++ Engineers for a Hedge Fund project in London. The role requires 5+ years of C++ Engineering experience and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from a top University. Engineers will work on a greenfield FPGA project and collaborate with top-tier professionals in the field, with an expectation of on-site presence 2-3 days per week. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to work on innovative technologies in a challenging environment.

Are you a C++ Expert with a passion for working on bleeding edge projects and technologies? A Hedge Fund client is looking for a team of contract C++ Engineers to join them and support a greenfield FPGA project in London. Requirements 5+ years C++ Engineering experience in a Hedge Fund or top tech environment Bachelors in Computer Science as a minimum from a top University Ability to work onsite 2-3 days per week in London Prior experience developing systems from scratch You will be working with some of the best engineers on the globe; the bar for the selection process is extremely difficult but please apply if you feel you meet the above criteria.

A leading quant finance firm in Greater London is looking for a Market Data/Feeds Connectivity Developer. This role requires strong experience in developing market data feeds systems, ideally in C++. Candidates must have worked within a hedge fund or similar market data tech firm. The position is lucrative and offers a hybrid work model, expecting candidates to be in the office three days a week. Immediate interviews are scheduled, with a view to hire within a month.

A global consultancy in the United Kingdom seeks a Data Strategy & Architecture Lead to drive the vision and execution of data strategy projects across Banking, Insurance, and Healthcare sectors. This pivotal role requires at least 12 years of experience in data management and architecture, including 10+ years in analytics and solutions design. Candidates must demonstrate strong presentation skills, a solid understanding of cloud-based architectures, and experience in leading data modernization initiatives. Join a dynamic team and shape the future of data at an innovative firm.

Market Data/ Feeds Connectivity Developer Required for a top Quant Finance firm in London. We are seeking a strong Market Data Software Engineer who is skilled in working specifically within a feeds/ market data team within a Hedge Fund or similar company. (If you have not worked in a similar team previously you will not be successful in applying for this role). This is a lucrative opportunity to work with one of the premier teams within one of the top Quant Tech firms globally. Requirements Strong prior experience developing market data feeds systems (ideally within C++ but Python, Java, Go are also acceptable) Experience working within a hedge fund or market data tech firm Strong OOD experience Experience working in agile environments This is an immediate requirement, you will be interviewing next week with a view to hire within a month. This is also a hybrid role, you will need to be able to be in London 3 days per week,

Data Strategy & Architecture Lead Global consultancy requires a Data Strategy & Architecture Lead to own the end-to-end vision, definition, and architectural realization of data strategy engagements across key verticals - including Banking, Insurance, and Healthcare. This role bridges the gap between data strategy and solution architecture, ensuring that strategic recommendations are executable through modern, AI-ready data platforms and technology ecosystems. You will lead consulting engagements that assess maturity, define target-state architectures, and design value-driven data roadmaps. Working closely with their Architecture and Technology capability teams, you'll translate business goals into actionable blueprints that drive modernization, self-service analytics, and trusted data foundations. This role combines strategic leadership with deep architectural understanding, enabling clients to accelerate digital and AI transformation through strong data design principles. Qualifications and experience we consider to be essential for the role: Bachelor's or Master's degree, or 12-15+ years of relevant experience in data management, architecture, and consulting. 10+ years of professional experience in data and analytics, including architecture or solution design for enterprise platforms. 3+ years of experience in Banking or Financial Services (preferred); Insurance and Healthcare experience a plus. Outstanding presentation and communication skills with executive audiences. Strong understanding of cloud-based data architectures (e.g., lakehouse, data mesh/fabric, MDM, and data integration). Experience leading data platform modernization initiatives and aligning them with business value outcomes. Demonstrated ability to bridge strategy and architecture - translating vision into technical blueprints. Prior consulting or consultative experience required. Architecture certifications (TOGAF, cloud architect) a plus.

A leading recruitment firm is looking for Software Engineers to assist with a greenfield technology implementation project for a top financial services firm in London. The role focuses on API development using C#, TypeScript, and ideally Python or Java, emphasizing systems integration. This position offers the chance to work with advanced technology and a globally recognized team, providing a prestigious addition to your resume.

A premier hedge fund is seeking a Database Engineer to build, operate, and scale mission-critical database platforms in London. The role emphasizes automation and high-performance systems, requiring strong expertise in Linux and Python, as well as experience with AWS data services. The compensation package includes a base salary of up to £150,000, 35 days annual leave, and attractive benefits. This is a hybrid role with flexible working arrangements available.

A team of Software Engineers are required to support a leading FS Technology firm in London on a completely greenfield technology implementation that will last at least 24 months. You will have an opportunity to work with some of the most cutting edge technology, alongside a team of some of the best Engineers globally. The main aim is to develop a suite of API's to support an increasingly complex set of systems that are used to execute financial trades. Requirements API development experience using C#, TypeScript and ideally Python or Java Experience building and following Service Oriented Architecture frameworks Strong understanding of systems integration concepts and techniques You will be at the spear of a genuinely best-in-business project, something that will be a stand-out addition to your resume in years to come.

I'm partnering with a top-tier hedge fund that operates at the cutting edge of quantitative finance, engineering, and automation. This team tackles some of the most complex data and performance challenges in the industry by applying scientific rigour, engineering excellence, and large-scale automation. If you enjoy building systems that run themselves and operating at serious scale, please apply. The Opportunity You'll help build, operate, and scale mission critical database platforms across on prem and AWS, supporting research and production systems where performance and reliability truly matter. To give a sense of scale: Each DBA owns 400 databases, so the emphasis is firmly on automation, self healing systems, and standardised fleet operations, not manual firefighting. What You'll Be Doing Building and scaling distributed database services at fleet level Supporting large estates of PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MySQL & CockroachDB Driving high availability, performance tuning & disaster recovery Designing automation for provisioning, upgrades, replication & monitoring (Python, Terraform, Ansible) Partnering closely with application & research teams on low latency, high throughput systems What My Client Is Looking For Hands on experience running databases at scale Strong Linux & Python skills Exposure to AWS data services, containerised / Kubernetes environments Familiarity with modern observability stacks Engineers who enjoy solving hard problems with automation first thinking Package & Benefits Up to £150,000 base + very strong total compensation (DOE) 35 days' annual leave 9% employer pension contribution Daily lunch provided + on site barista Private healthcare & life assurance Location London Hybrid 4 days in the office, up to 10 WFH days per month Please note that no sponsorship is available; all applicants must have full right to work in the United Kingdom.

You provide strategic leadership, hands on development and mentorship to other team members in the realms of Data & Analytics. You are a subject matter expert in some of these fields: Data Engineering, Business Information, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Data Modelling and applying them to create business insights. You provide technology leadership and are the technical expert on strategic projects, drive the release strategy and guide the delivery of strategic projects aligned to business strategy. You maintain awareness of dependencies between projects and delivery vision, while ensuring engineering excellence. You build the strategy for your teams to architect, design and deliver data and analytics solutions. Role requirements: Proficient with one or more data engineering languages (SQL, Python, Scala) Demonstrated experience applying data engineering methods to real-world data problems Experience utilizing visualization tools to take advantage of the growing volume of available information Broad knowledge of data engineering techniques, processes, methods and best practices. Knowledge of application test automation products, processes, and best practices Proven experience and strong understanding of Agile development and conventional method and its application to company technology needs. High level knowledge/expertise in database, pipeline and interface development, implementation, and maintenance of large-scale business applications. Strong strategic decision making & long term planning abilities to manage resources and develop efficient and effective solutions to diverse and complex business problems. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead and motivate team. Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation & consultative skills for effective collaboration with senior management. Thorough knowledge of databases technologies, both relational (such as Oracle, SQL Server and PostgreSQL), and non-relational database technologies (such as Memcached, MongoDB and Redis) and Cloud data platforms (such as Snowflake and Data Bricks). Experience with Insurance / Reinsurance Systems and Data. Required knowledge & skills would typically be acquired through a Bachelor's degree in STEM subject and 10 to 15 years of related experience in software development & architecture design, including project management and business analysis. Significant management experience would typically be required. Prior experience in financial services, specifically insurance would be highly beneficial. Posted by Director Apply for This Role Attach a CV (Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, rtf.) I accept the terms of the Privacy Policy and agree for this data be sent to the consultant's email address shown below, be used to respond to my message and stored there until prior notice is given for it to be removed. The Ministry, 79-81 Borough Rd, London SE1 1DN