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Python Developer (KDB+)

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Platinum Group

2024-09-24 12:35:18

Job location London City, Greater London, United Kingdom

Job type: all

Job industry: I.T. & Communications

Job Contact: Thomas McNama

Job description

Platinum Group is seeking a Python/Q Developer to work onsite with a leading Investment Bank in London. The role involves developing and integrating and a PyKX solution to allow Front Office quants to code in Python while leveraging the KDB+ platform without needing expertise in KDB/Q.

This will involve two phases: The Python/Q code integration, followed by API development for quantitative and trading applications.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Python/Q code Integration

  • Build a framework to integrate Python with KDB+, abstracting KDB/Q complexity for Python users.
  • Ensure efficiency, scalability, and security in the integration process.

2. API & FunctionDevelopment:

  • Develop Python APIs tailored to quantitative analysts and traders, enabling Real Time analytics and trading models.
  • Collaborate with quants and trading teams to build performance-focused tools.

3. Collaboration&Support:

  • Work closely with KDB+/Q developers and Python quants to ensure smooth functionality.
  • Provide support and create documentation for end users.

4. Maintenance & Optimisation:

  • Maintain and enhance the Python/Q integration and APIs over the project's duration.

Required Skills:

  • Strong Python development skills

  • Experience in KDB+/Q.

  • API development experience, especially for financial or quantitative systems.

  • Familiarity with financial markets and trading systems.

  • System integration and Real Time data handling expertise.

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