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Supergrads

Trading Systems Performance Analyst - London 110-140K + OTE

On site

London, United kingdom

Full Time

08-12-2025

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Skills

Communication Python Test Research Motivation Machine Learning Programming python programming Mathematics

Job Specifications

My client is seeking ambitious individuals to apply quantitative research and hands-on experimentation to the technology driving global markets. You’ll help design and optimize strategies in the highly competitive world of ultra-low-latency trading. This role is not about generating alpha, this is about continuously making sure you are the best in optimizing low-latency trading strategies. The perfect role for a highly analytical, competitive person who enjoys solving puzzles.

What will you do?

· Research large datasets to understand and improve exchange and trading infrastructure.

· Design innovative trade execution strategies.

· Build algorithms and ETL-pipelines in Python to optimize low-latency trading strategies

· Reverse-engineer and stress-test network and system technologies.

· Collaborate closely with Traders, Hardware Engineers, and Software Engineers.

What do you bring?

- Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Quantitative Finance or Physics.

· Strong Python programming skill).

· Exceptional analytical and quantitative ability.

· Motivation to succeed in competitive global markets.

· Knowledge of statistical modelling, machine learning, or network technology is a plus.

· Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset.

· Interest in financial markets—no prior experience required.

About My Client?

My client is a global trading firm powered by world-class research and technology. With teams across the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, they thrive in a high-performance, collaborative culture. They push boundaries by entering new markets, adopting disruptive technologies, and diversifying strategies—all while giving back to the communities they serve

About the Company

Supergrads is a bespoke recruitment firm that provides clients in the Trading, Commodity, Energy, and Utility Industries with exceptional, well-educated STEM candidates from juniors up to CxO level. Supergrads’ mission is to deliver best-in-class recruitment. In today’s modern world, clients face obscure challenges when looking for the ideal candidate. Supergrads overcomes these challenges by delivering the best and nothing but the best in the candidate selection for clients. Supergrads was founded in 2021 by Rogier Elsenbur... Know more