Python Engineer (Reference Data) – Junior/Mid Level

Python Engineer (Reference Data) – Junior/Mid Level – Hedge Fund

London (5 days onsite)

Up to £110,000 + Bonus

We’re partnering with a high-performing market-making hedge fund to hire a junior–mid level Python Engineer focused on reference data and data infrastructure.

The Role

You’ll build and support Python-based data systems used across trading, research, and risk working on pipelines, APIs, and services that ensure high-quality, reliable data.

You’ll collaborate closely with experienced engineers, quants, and traders, with strong mentorship and ownership from day one.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain reference data services in Python
• Build data pipelines and internal APIs
• Ensure data quality, consistency, and availability
• Work in a Linux production environment
• Partner with trading and quant teams on datasets

Requirements

• 2-8 years of Python experience in production
• Experience with data systems (APIs, pipelines, backend services)
• Exposure to or interest in reference data
• Linux experience and knowledge of SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL)
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Compensation

• Up to £110,000 + bonus
• Full private healthcare, pension, and additional perks

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