Trading System Engineer

WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across global markets, focusing on producing high-quality predictive signals through proprietary research.
Budapest, Hungary
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
3+ years of experience
Finance

Description For Trading System Engineer

WorldQuant, a global quantitative financial firm, is seeking a Trading Systems Engineer to join their Front Office Technology group in Budapest. This role combines software engineering with financial markets expertise, focusing on building and maintaining large-scale quantitative-research platforms and global execution systems.

The position offers an intellectually stimulating environment where technologists collaborate with researchers and portfolio managers to develop critical trading infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a complex distributed platform, handling everything from real-time system support to performance optimization.

The role requires a unique blend of technical skills, including Python scripting, C++ debugging, SQL expertise, and DevOps experience. You'll be working in a fast-paced financial environment, troubleshooting critical production issues, and optimizing system latencies. The position offers exposure to cutting-edge financial technology and the opportunity to work with sophisticated trading systems.

WorldQuant provides an attractive benefits package including premium health insurance, life insurance, and comprehensive professional development opportunities. The company culture emphasizes continuous learning, intellectual rigor, and collaboration across global teams. Regular team buildings and conferences offer opportunities for professional growth and networking.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled engineer interested in financial markets and looking to make an impact in a dynamic, global quantitative trading firm. The role offers both technical challenges and opportunities for professional growth in the intersection of technology and finance.

Last updated 10 days ago

Responsibilities For Trading System Engineer

  • Provide support for the real-time global execution system
  • Manage and improve operational infrastructure
  • Troubleshoot critical production issues
  • Handle configuration, testing, installation, monitoring of applications
  • Handle user requests and work with other groups on resolving issues
  • Analyze and optimize latencies
  • Participate in project lifecycle from design to deployment
  • Coordinate with other technology groups around releases and upgrades
  • Interact with developers, quants, portfolio managers, and remote support staff

Requirements For Trading System Engineer

Python
Linux
  • Degree in engineering or related field
  • Experience with DevOps lifecycle
  • Strong ability to understand source control systems
  • Experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment
  • Advanced working SQL knowledge
  • Experience with Python scripting and debugging C++ code
  • Experience with change management in regulated environment

Benefits For Trading System Engineer

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Premium private health insurance
  • Life insurance with savings plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Fully covered sick leave
  • Training courses and library access
  • Regular team buildings and global conferences
  • Employee resource groups with diversity and inclusion culture

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