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Senior Kdb+ Developer

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Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior KDB+ Developer to add to our front office technology team to work on a growing KDB platform that serves the equities business, and to help develop real-time and batch ingestion pipelines, as well as building analytics solutions for various desks and trading applications.

Job Responsibility:

  • Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions using industry aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools
  • Cross-functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers
  • Collaboration with peers, participate in code reviews
  • Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations
  • Adherence to secure coding practices
  • Implementation of effective unit testing practices

Requirements:

  • Extensive experience with KDB+/q, including tick architecture, CEP development and database design
  • Linux/Unix Knowledge and Bash scripting
  • Proven track record of building robust, scalable low-latency solutions for the front-office
  • Knowledge of agile and SDLC processes
  • Java/Python skills
  • Relational databases e.g. Oracle
  • Equities domain knowledge or alternative E-trading background

Nice to have:

  • Java/Python skills
  • Relational databases e.g. Oracle
  • Equities domain knowledge or alternative E-trading background
What we offer:
  • Competitive holiday allowance
  • Life assurance
  • Private medical care
  • Pension contribution

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 04, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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On-site work
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