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KDB Developer - eFXIT

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Reed Talent Solutions

2024-09-27 02:32:03

salary: 925.00 British Pound . GBP Daily

Job location London City, Greater London, United Kingdom

Job type: contract

Job industry: I.T. & Communications

Job description

KDB Developer - eFX IT

KDB Developer, KDB Architecture, eFX IT, Algorithmic Trading, Data Analytics, UNIX/Linux, CI/CD, FX Business, FX algo life cycle, quantitative finance, problem-solving, Agile/SCRUM

  • 12 months initial contract
  • Hybrid with 3 days per week in Central London office
  • £800 - £925 per day - inside IR35

We are seeking a highly skilled KDB Developer to join our client's eFX IT team on a 12-month contract. This is a high-profile role within the core of the eFX business line, which includes algorithmic trading, connectivity to clients and ECNs, and a single dealer platform. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the capture and reporting of data, developing analytics and visualisation, and working closely with IT and business stakeholders.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Work closely with the eFX Jetstream IT team to develop user analytics and solutions for the eFX platform.
  • Capture and manage trading data, ensuring accurate record keeping and distribution.
  • Design and build enriched data reports for various purposes including TCA and compliance.
  • Engage directly with stakeholders and partners on mission-critical tasks.
  • Deliver new features and improvements to the platform's analytics, availability, and resiliency.
  • Prototype solutions rapidly in response to demands from Front Office and IT teams.
  • Analyse and perform in a high frequency, low latency trading environment.
  • Develop product delivery components, including design documents and functional specifications.
  • Provide technical assistance and third-line support to internal Production Support teams.
  • Participate in software releases, which may include out-of-hours or weekend work.
  • Contribute to sprint planning, estimation, and provide regular status updates to project managers.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Deep experience with KDB in a similar environment, including KDB architecture.
  • Proficiency in UNIX/Linux environments.
  • Familiarity with DevOps tools for CI/CD is desirable.
  • Knowledge of analytics/visualisation tools like Panopticon, Power BI, Jupyter Notebooks is desirable.
  • Clear communication skills and systematic reasoning.
  • Front Office knowledge of the FX business or quantitative finance.
  • Understanding of software delivery processes and methodologies.
  • Experience with FX Algo life cycle.
  • Extensive analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • FX experience is ideal.
  • Knowledge of Kafka/Solace would be beneficial.

In first instance please submit your up-to-date CV.

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