Qube Research & Technologies

Quantitative Developer - C++

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Paris, Île-de-France, FRA

In-Office

Mid level

Financial Services

The Role

As a Quantitative Developer at QRT, you will impact trading success by collaborating with quant researchers and traders, developing systems for algorithmic trading, and tackling technical challenges.

Summary Generated by Built In

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.

A trading desk is successful thanks to the mix of the following three internal teams:

Quant Traders: who are having strong knowledge about finance and trading
Quant Researchers: who are mathematicians
Quant Devs: who are strong in tech and computer science

Your future role within QRT:

You will be working within a trading desk which means that your contribution will have a direct and immediate impact on the desk’s success
Placing you as a key member of a Quant Dev team working closely with Quant Researchers and Quant Traders.
A role with the potential to touch many aspects of algorithmic trading, including ultra-low-latency trading engine (tracking nanoseconds), research platform (Terabytes of data per day), and analytics infrastructure (Massive cloud computing)
Opportunities to solve hard technical challenges critical to the desk’s success

Your present skill set:

Expertise in modern C++, with strong hands-on development experience
Deep understanding of system-level fundamentals, including CPU, memory, operating systems, and networking
Strong analytical mindset and genuine motivation for robust and high-quality code development
Proven ability to take full ownership of projects, from initial idea through to final delivery
Effective communication skills and adaptability within dynamic, fast-paced environments
Python skills highly desirable and considered a strong plus
High motivation to work in the finance industry – prior experience is not required

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.

Skills Required

Expertise in modern C++
Strong hands-on development experience in C++
Deep understanding of system-level fundamentals
Strong analytical mindset
Proven ability to take ownership of projects
Effective communication skills
Experience with Python is highly desirable

Qube Research & Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Qube Research & Technologies and has not been reviewed or approved by Qube Research & Technologies.

Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Office amenities such as free meals, social events, and wellness-focused workspaces are highlighted in multiple locations. Cycle-to-work schemes and onsite classes in Europe further enhance day-to-day quality of life.
Leave & Time Off Breadth — Two paid volunteer days and corporate donation matching were introduced firmwide. Some locations also cite generous annual leave allowances with options to buy additional days.
Healthcare Strength — Private medical coverage and life insurance are called out for the UK. Job listings reference health insurance in various regions, though specifics differ by office.