About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Algo Engineer to design, develop, and optimize algorithmic trading strategies for a Commodities trading team at a leading quant fund. You will collaborate closely with portfolio managers, traders, researchers, and data teams to deliver key initiatives and drive performance improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain algorithmic trading strategies.
• Optimize trading algorithms to enhance performance and reduce costs.
• Conduct back-testing and simulation of trading strategies.
• Monitor and analyze algo performance, making real-time adjustments.
• Collaborate with trading, technology, and business teams to identify and implement solutions.

Qualifications:

• Strong programming skills in C++
• Proven experience in algorithmic trading and market microstructure.
• Exposure to commodity markets is required.
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical modeling.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability.

Education:

• Required: Bachelor’s, Master’s and ideally PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.

Whilst we carefully review all applications, to all jobs, due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not possible to respond to those who have not been successful.

Contact
If you think you’re a good match for the role and would like further info, please contact:

Ali Wilson
ali.wilson@oxfordknight.co.uk
(+44) 07412908641
linkedin.com/in/alexander-wilson-050