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Director – Quant Developer, Cross-Asset
Director – Quant Developer, Cross-Asset Analytics Platform | Top Investment Bank
London | Hybrid | Full-time
Salary range £350k – £500k total comp.
A top-tier investment bank is seeking a Director-level Quant Developer to lead the development of a brand new cross-asset front office analytics platform for Sales teams.
This hands-on leadership role combines system design, development, and stakeholder engagement, and will be pivotal in enabling real-time decision-making and analytics within the front office.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver a cross-asset analytics platform to empower front office Sales personnel with advanced tools.
- Engage directly with Sales users and senior stakeholders in Sales and Trading to define platform requirements and gather feedback.
- Report platform progress and strategic direction to senior management and propose improvements based on user feedback and market trends.
- Design system architecture and develop associated APIs for seamless integration.
- Hands-on development of both backend and frontend components, focusing on Python and React.
- Ensure platform alignment with strategic firm-wide initiatives by collaborating with partners across Technology teams.
What We’re Looking For:
- PhD or Master’s in a quantitative field (e.g., Applied Math, Computer Science, Stats).
- 8+ years of experience in front-office development, ideally in a major investment bank.
- Proven expertise in Python development and building APIs for commercial platforms.
- Hands-on UI development using modern frameworks like React/TypeScript (or similar).
- Experience designing and delivering analytics tools directly to Sales/Trading professionals.
- Strong stakeholder management experience and ability to engage with senior management.
Why Apply?
- Play a key role in shaping a strategic platform that directly impacts sales and trading outcomes.
- Work with cutting-edge technologies and engage with senior leaders across the firm.
- Drive innovation in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-visibility role.
If you’re interested in the above please get in touch for a confidential chat.
tg@barclaysimpson.com
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