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Company Description

Every query matters. Every millisecond counts. Every system you build shapes the future of data-driven finance.

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Company Description

Every query matters. Every millisecond counts. Every system you build shapes the future of data-driven finance.

At Data Intellect, we thrive on solving complex data challenges in high-stakes environments. We’re a team of engineers, problem-solvers, and collaborators who believe in pushing boundaries, not egos.

If you're a seasoned kdb+ developer ready to lead, innovate, and make an impact, we want to hear from you.

Job Description

As a Senior kdb+ Developer at [DI] you’ll be at the forefront of delivering high-performance, scalable solutions for some of the world’s most data-intensive financial institutions. You’ll:

• Lead technical delivery on client projects, setting the standard for quality and performance.
• Design and implement robust kdb+ architectures that handle billions of rows of time-series data.
• Collaborate with quants, traders, and analysts to translate business needs into performant, efficient code.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Own the full development lifecycle by developing, testing, supporting and maintaining all code for client applications
• Drive innovation by staying ahead of the curve in kdb+, q, and adjacent technologies.
  
  
  

• 5+ years of hands-on kdb+ development, with deep expertise in q and time-series data.
• Proven experience designing and implementing kdb+ architectures and scaling kdb+ systems in production.
• Strong background in Unix/Linux environments and scripting.
• Demonstrated technical leadership and decision-making in fast-paced projects.
• Excellent communication skills—you can explain complex systems to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in capital markets or investment banking—you understand the domain and its demands.
• A passion for clean, performant code and continuous improvement.
  
  
  

• Experience with Python, cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), or other time-series databases.
• Exposure to tick data, real-time analytics, or electronic trading systems.
• People management or team leadership experience.
  
  
  

• Hybrid & flexible working – balance your time between home and our global offices.
• Global opportunities – work with clients in London, New York, Hong Kong, Singapore, and beyond.
• Continuous learning – access to paid training, certifications, and leadership development.
• Clear progression paths – biannual promotion cycles and regular 1:1s to support your growth.
• Healthcare & wellbeing – provider dependent on region.
• Referral bonuses, social events, and more – we work hard and celebrate harder.
  
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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