Hunter Bond
Python Engineer – Up to £180,000 + Bonus + Benefits
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Python Engineer – Up to £180,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Python Engineer
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📍 Hybrid - London, UK 💷 Up to £180,000 including bonus and comprehensive benefits
The Opportunity
An industry-leading global hedge fund is seeking a Python Engineer to join its front-office technology team, collaborating closely with Portfolio Managers, Quantitative Researchers, and Analysts. Your work will develop critical systems that power research, trading, and portfolio management, directly influencing investment outcomes and operational efficiency.
This is a highly visible, business-facing role where your expertise will drive impactful decision-making, from data insights to strategic execution.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain Python-based applications supporting trading, research, and portfolio management
- Build custom analytics, reporting, and visualisation tools in collaboration with investment teams
- Develop and optimise data pipelines for large-scale financial datasets
- Automate complex workflows to enhance research and trading efficiency
- Work directly with Portfolio Managers, Quants, and Analysts to create innovative, business-critical solutions
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Why Join Us?
✅ Front-Office Engagement Partner directly with investment professionals to witness live trading strategies and decision-making processes firsthand.
⚡ High-Impact Work Build systems that directly influence research, portfolio decisions, and trading performance.
🤝 Exceptional Team Culture Collaborate with elite engineers, quants, and investors in a low-ego, collaborative environment.
🚀 Technological Ownership & Growth Lead ** meaningful projects** while leveraging cutting-edge tools and large-scale datasets for real-world impact.
💰 Competitive Compensation Highly performance-driven salary (up to £180k), bonuses, long-term career advancement, and comprehensive benefits.
Requirements
✔ Essential Skills & Qualifications
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a quantitative discipline
- Strong Python expertise, especially in high-performance, data-dense, or distributed environments
- Deep proficiency in software engineering principles (system design, clean code practices)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Exceptional communication skills to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders
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➕ Nice-to-Have (but not required)
- Prior exposure to financial markets, trading systems, or quantitative research
- Experience with large-scale data pipelines and cloud technologies (AWS, GCP, etc.)
- Familiarity with equities, fixed income, derivatives, or alternative investment classes
Submitting Your Application
If you’re a Python engineer passionate about technology’s role in driving investment outcomes, apply now or reach out to obloom@hunterbond.com for a confidential discussion.
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