
Qube Research & Technologies · London
Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. We are a ...
Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset
classes across the world. We are a technology and data driven group implementing a scientific approach to investing. Combining
data, research, technology and trading expertise has shaped QRT’s collaborative mindset which enables us to solve the most complex
challenges. QRT’s culture of innovation continuously drives our ambition to deliver high quality returns for our investors.
Join our risk team in London as a Risk Analytics Associate, supporting some of the firm’s most complex and high-impact
initiatives.
Role responsibilities
partnership with trading and risk management teams
strategies
Required experience and skills
Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. We are a technology and data driven group implementing a scientific approach to investing. Combining data, research, technology, and trading expertise has shaped our collaborative mindset, which enables us to solve the most complex challenges. QRT’s culture of innovation continuously drives our ambition to deliver high quality returns for our investors. Your future role within QRT: * Own the architecture, maintenance, and evolution of the software platforms used by the Volatility Risk Management team. * Review, refactor, and enhance Python codebases to improve robustness, scalability, and maintainability. * Develop and maintain backend systems, including pricing engines, market data frameworks, and risk analytics tools. * Build dashboards, user interfaces, and workflow automation tools, including greenfield applications. * Leverage AI agents and automation to improve operational efficiency and risk management workflows. * Partner closely with Risk Managers to industrialise processes and deliver scalable solutions. Your present skillset: * 3+ years of professional software development experience with strong Python expertise. * Experience designing and maintaining production-grade software. * Experience with market data and data-intensive applications. * Experience building APIs and backend services (FastAPI, Flask, or similar). * Knowledge of derivatives, options, risk management, or quantitative systems is a plus. * Experience with frontend frameworks (React, Dash, AG Grid, or similar) is a plus. * Familiarity with modern software architecture, cloud technologies, and AI-assisted development tools. * Strong ownership, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. QRT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity as essential to our success. QRT empowers employees to work openly and respectfully to achieve collective success. In addition to professional achievement, we are offering initiatives and programs to enable employees achieve a healthy work-life balance.
Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. We are a technology and data driven group implementing a scientific approach to investing. Combining data, research, technology, and trading expertise has shaped our collaborative mindset, which enables us to solve the most complex challenges. QRT’s culture of innovation continuously drives our ambition to deliver high quality returns for our investors. Our Risk team is expanding in London. We are searching for a Junior Risk Manager to join the firm, supporting on a range of risk related tasks, specific to the volatility desk. Your future role at QRT: * Responsible for daily production of risk reports, analytics, and monitoring of trades, identifying issues when they occur and actioning robust solutions. * Reconcile data, pricing and stress testing against trading positions and ensure they are accurate. * Take part in developing the risk management framework strategically to create and maintain a suite of risk metrics that accurately reflect the strategies' risk profile. * Vigilant checks on each running process every day, escalating issues where necessary. * Liaise with all levels of the firm, including senior leadership. * Interact with a wide range of stakeholders including the volatility trading and risk team, wider risk team and operations. Your present skillset: * A Degree in Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Engineering or an equivalent in other science dis-ciplines * Strong skills in Python and excellent problem-solving skills. * 0-3 years of proven experience within a similar role * Experience in derivatives is advantageous. * Extremely high attention to detail. * Interests in AI is a plus. * Strong communications skills, both written and verbal.
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