Software Engineer - Data Platform · MF-Data-Core

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.

Your will join our Data Engineering team as an integral member. Our team works closely to solve challenging problems with a direct impact on both the business and trading activities. In this role, you will contribute to the development of our next-generation data platform, designed to incrementally ingest, aggregate, and index data from diverse sources. This project is of critical importance to the continued success of the business. Key aspects of the project include distributed systems development, large-scale data processing, and building a platform that is fast, reliable, scalable, and user-friendly. Our primary language is Rust. While prior Rust experience is welcome, it is not required - we are equally open to strong candidates with experience in C++, Go, or Java. Experience with financial data is advantageous but not essential. We welcome talented developers without a background in financial services and are committed to providing training and guidance.

Your future role at QRT:

Designing and developing scalable, robust services using best practices

Writing automated tests

Maintaining and scaling delivery/integration pipelines

Developing reusable libraries for the Data Engineering team

Collaborating with engineering teams and researchers to propose and implement new framework features

Your present skillset:

Experience and knowledge in distributed systems and big data processing

Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: Rust, Go, C++, or Java

Strong understanding of multi-threading

Knowledge of testing within continuous delivery and integration pipelines

Familiarity with SQL and relational databases

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a small, close-knit team

Familiarity with cloud technologies (AWS preferred)

Fluency in English

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.