KDB+ Developer - Contract/Temp - Investment Banking

Summary: The KDB+ Developer role is a contract position focused on supporting trading operations in Investment Banking and Energy Trading sectors. Candidates will be part of a network of KDB+ Developers, with opportunities for current or future contracts. The position requires a strong background in KDB+ and related technologies, with an emphasis on client-facing communication. The role is based in Central London, requiring in-office presence for part of the week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support trading operations within FX/Fixed-income and commodities trading.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand their needs.
• Utilize KDB+ and q language for data management and analysis.
• Work within Unix/Linux environments to develop and maintain systems.
• Engage in software development methodologies and SDLC processes.

Key Skills:

• Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience with KDB+.
• Solid understanding of q language and time-series data structures.
• Experience working in Unix/Linux environments.
• Understanding of software development methodologies and SDLC.
• Excellent client-facing/stakeholder communication skills.
• Desirable experience in Investment Banking/Capital Markets.

Salary (Rate): £800 daily

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

KDB Developer - Contract/Temp - Investment Banking & Energy Trading

Our clients in Investment Banking and Energy Trading are continuously scouting for KDB+ Developers to supporting their trading operations within FX/Fixed-income and commodities trading.

We are supporting these demands by building out a network of exceptional KBD+ Developers to consider for current or future hires (if you're seeking/lining up your next contract).

Day rate: Open to discussion

Location: Central London, 2-3 days per week in Office

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2years hands-on experience with KDB+
• Solid understanding of q language and time-series data structures
• Experience working in Unix/Linux environments
• Understanding of software development methodologies and SDLC
• Excellent client-facing/stakeholder communication skills
• Desirable experience of Investment Banking/Capital Markets

If you're actively seeking or scouting for your next move to grow your expertise of KDB+ within established investment banks/Commodity trading firms. Please get in touch to get a conversation rolling to help us find the right role for you!

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