Overview
Quantitative Investment Strategies(QIS) Platform Developer
Join Barclays’ QA Equity & Hybrid Products team as a QIS Platform Developer to support the next-generation Quantitative Investment Strategies (QIS) platform. Partnering with Trading, Structuring, Strats, and Technology, you will design and deliver high-performance, scalable tools, libraries, and frameworks that power innovative investment products, within a collaborative and intellectually demanding environment.
Accountabilities
* Create and enhance platform tooling, libraries, and frameworks in Python and other languages as appropriate, delivering scalability, performance, and reliability.
* Contribute to platform architecture and integration with infrastructure, services, and end-user workflows.
* Work closely with front-office teams to deliver tools that support product development, trading, and risk management.
* Maintain code, documentation, and work tracking to a high quality.
* Support users across Front Office, Quant, and Technology groups.
Who You’ll Work With
* Front Office / Trading Desks – Delivering tools and solutions to develop and deliver products, manage risk and run the business.
* Quant Teams – Sharing functionality and expertise across QA Equity & Hybrid Products.
* Technology – Ensuring agile, efficient platform delivery and operational stability.
Essential Skills
* Familiarity with a wide range of programming languages and paradigms, including functional.
* Strong Python skills with deep knowledge of the language and core libraries.
* Foundational understanding of computer science principles and software engineering practices.
* Experience developing production-quality software (source control, CI/CD, automated testing).
* Strong grasp of software engineering principles and computer science fundamentals.
* Track record in end-to-end project delivery.
* Analytical mindset and excellent problem-solving skills.
* Strong communication and a collaborative approach.
Desirable Skills
* Background in QIS or front-office quant environments.
* Experience in platform development and developer experience.
Location
London
Accountabilities
* Design, development, and maintenance of high-performance trading platforms, risk systems, and applications catering to the needs of traders and market participants.
* Collaboration with traders, strategists, and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into scalable and efficient technological solutions.
* Implementation of new features, enhancements, and functionalities on trading platforms to improve performance, reliability, and user experience.
* Stay updated on technological advancements, industry trends, and best practices to drive innovation and continuous improvement in trading platforms.
* Collaboration with cross-functional teams including business aligned SM&D teams, strats, compliance, and IT to address system issues and implement solutions.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Finance and Sales
Industries
* Banking and Financial Services
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