Radley James

About the Company

Radley James connects skilled professionals with meaningful opportunities in finance and tech to help clients gain an edge and talented individuals secure their ideal careers.

We do this by providing honest, transparent, and professional recruitment services that match candidates' and clients' needs and aspirations. Following a rigorous and ethical process ensures quality and integrity at every step. We deliver on our promises and exceed expectations.

Radley James is a financial and tech recruitment agency that offers various services, such as executive search, talent acquisition, career coaching, market intelligence and more.

Our firm works with leading companies and organizations in the financial and tech sectors, as well as with talented professionals who are looking for their next career move.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Radley James

Job Title

Software Engineer - New Launch Hedge Fund

Job Description

Software Engineer - New Launch Hedge Fund **Role Summary** Designs and develops full-stack systems for financial data visualization and analytical workflows in a newly launched long/short equity hedge fund focused on European Industrials. Drives greenfield development to support research, investment analysis, and infrastructure integration. **Expectations** Minimum 1–7 years professional software engineering experience. Requires collaboration with investment and data teams to deliver high-performance, data-intensive tools. **Key Responsibilities** - Design and maintain full-stack applications for complex financial data visualization, dashboards, and analytical tools. - Integrate frontend systems with Python-based backend services (FastAPI/Flask). - Optimize application performance for large datasets using efficient data processing techniques. - Collaborate with quants, data scientists, and investment professionals to align tools with research requirements. **Required Skills** - Proficiency in JavaScript frameworks (React preferred), TypeScript, and data visualization libraries. - Expertise in Python for backend development and data workflows. - Experience with backend frameworks (FastAPI/Flask) and API integration. - Strong problem-solving for high-performance, data-centric system design. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree or higher from a leading academic institution. - No certifications required.

London, United kingdom

On site

Fresher

07-11-2025

Company Name

Radley James

Job Title

Junior Associate Penetration Tester

Job Description

Job Title: Junior Associate Penetration Tester Role Summary: Entry‑level penetration tester assisting seasoned security professionals in identifying and remediating vulnerabilities across web applications, REST APIs, and network/infrastructure environments. Expectations: - Practical experience in penetration testing, preferably with recent hands‑on engagements. - Ability to learn and apply offensive security techniques within a structured, supportive setting. - Strong written and verbal communication for clear, concise reporting and collaboration with cross‑functional teams. Key Responsibilities: 1. Execute penetration tests on web applications, REST APIs, and network/infrastructure components. 2. Identify, analyze, and document security vulnerabilities in comprehensive reports. 3. Provide actionable remediation guidance and collaborate with development, operations, and business teams to implement fixes. Required Skills: - Hands‑on penetration testing experience (labs, engagements, or academic projects). - Knowledge of OWASP Top 10 (Web & API) and common exploitation techniques. - Proficiency in creating clear, concise security reports. - Strong communication and teamwork abilities. Bonus Skills: - Programming/scripting proficiency (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash). - Awareness of secure development practices. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent practical experience. - Certifications: CREST, OSCP, SANS, or equivalent accredited credentials preferred.

Manchester, United kingdom

On site

Junior

20-11-2025

Company Name

Radley James

Job Title

Software Engineer

Job Description

Job title: Software Engineer Role Summary: Design, develop, and maintain enterprise‑grade Java platform components for risk, finance, and corporate banking applications. Leverage Spring Boot, cloud services, and modern UI technologies within an agile, cross‑functional team to deliver secure, high‑performance financial solutions. Expectations: - Deliver robust, scalable Java code that meets functional, security, and performance requirements. - Collaborate effectively with international teammates, participating in sprint ceremonies and continuous improvement activities. - Apply industry best practices for software architecture, testing, and DevOps. Key Responsibilities: - Architect and implement Java‑based services (Spring Boot, REST, MVC) for banking modules. - Design relational data models and complex SQL queries for financial datasets. - Build, test, and deploy services on cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) using CI/CD pipelines (Maven, Git, Docker, Kubernetes). - Perform code reviews, enforce coding standards, and maintain high test coverage (unit, integration, performance). - Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks in distributed systems, ensuring scalability and resiliency. - Participate in backlog refinement, sprint planning, and daily stand‑ups to ensure timely delivery. Required Skills: - 3+ years of Java EE development experience. - Deep proficiency in Spring Boot, Spring Data, and Spring Security. - Strong SQL skills and data modeling expertise. - Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes). - Familiarity with CI/CD, Maven, Git, and automated testing frameworks. - Knowledge of micro‑service architecture, distributed systems, and performance optimization. - Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and teamwork abilities. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent professional experience).

Cary, United states

Hybrid

24-11-2025

Company Name

Radley James

Job Title

Data Scientist - Hedge Fund (New-Launch)

Job Description

Job Title: Data Scientist – Hedge Fund (Long/Short Equity) Role Summary: Develop and implement data‑driven investment strategies for a long/short hedge fund focused on the global Industrials sector. Originates and analyzes novel datasets, builds predictive models, and provides actionable insights that influence portfolio performance. Works closely with investors and engineering to forecast company KPIs, design real‑time dashboards, and build scalable data infrastructure. Expectations: - 2–6 years of relevant experience with a strong quantitative background. - Proven ability to apply advanced analytics or machine learning to real‑world data, preferably in finance, fintech, or forecasting. - Demonstrated experience sourcing, structuring, and integrating new datasets. - Collaborative mindset to work across investment, technology, and data teams. Key Responsibilities: - Acquire, clean, and preprocess novel datasets relevant to global Industrials companies. - Design, train, and validate predictive models for key company KPIs and portfolio metrics. - Develop and maintain real‑time dashboards and visualizations to support investment decisions. - Build and optimize scalable data pipelines and infrastructure for model deployment. - Translate analytical findings into clear, data‑driven recommendations for portfolio managers. - Continuously evaluate model performance and iterate to improve predictive accuracy. Required Skills: - Python (pandas, NumPy, scikit‑learn) with optional experience in PyTorch or TensorFlow. - SQL for data extraction and manipulation. - BI and visualization tools (Tableau or equivalent). - Strong statistical and machine‑learning methodology. - Data engineering fundamentals (ETL, data warehousing, pipeline automation). - Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Finance, Data Science, or a related quantitative field. - Certifications such as Certified Data Scientist, TensorFlow Developer, or equivalent are advantageous but not mandatory.

London, United kingdom

On site

Junior

23-01-2026