eFX Quantitative Developer, Vice President

Who we are looking for

As part of Global Market's ambitious three-year eFX expansion strategy, we have several exciting new positions. This London-based front-office trading floor role requires a talented java guru to join the eFX quant trading team and engage in multiple aspects of our trading business, covering a range of FX instruments such as spot, NDF’s and swaps.

This role can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home and office to match your needs and role requirements.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Markets (SSGM). When owners and managers of institutional assets need research, trading, securities lending and innovative portfolio strategies, they turn to SSGM business unit. As our investment research and trading arm, SSGM’s number one goal is to enhance and preserve our clients’ portfolio values by applying technology, optimizing trading, and linking asset classes and markets across the world.

Join us if making your mark in the capital markets industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As an eFX Quantitative Developer you will:

• Strategically develop and enhance eFX’s bespoke java-based high-performance data and quantitative research infrastructure

• Develop models to progress the bank’s real-time eFX products in areas such as price generation, risk management, benchmark execution and alpha generation

• Represent quant trading priorities when collaborating with dev and infrastructure teams

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Experience developing low latency trading systems or similar

• Extensive java experience, with a deep knowledge of all areas relevant to realtime trading

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Required: degree in a technical discipline such as Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics  or Mathematics

• A post-graduate degree in a quantitative discipline would be a benefit

Additional requirements

• Pragmatic mindset - research should be targeted at solving business problems and improving profitability

• Excellent communication skills are required to build relationships with key staff in technology, Sales, Trading and Management

• Experience in quantitative research, modelling, statistics and machine learning / AI is a bonus

• Experience with Javascript, React, and Python is a plus

Are you the right candidate? Yes!

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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