Description :

About the job :

We are seeking an experienced kdb+ Developer to design, develop, and support high-performance time-series data solutions using kdb+/q. The role involves building low-latency data pipelines, analytics, and real-time processing systems, typically within trading, risk, or market data environments.

Required Qualifications :

- Strong hands-on experience with kdb+ and q programming.

- Experience integrating kdb+ with other systems using APIs or messaging.

- Experience working with time-series data and real-time analytics.

- Strong understanding of Linux/Unix environments.

- Experience with performance tuning and system optimization.

- Ability to work in fast-paced, low-latency environments.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills :

- Experience in capital markets, trading, or risk systems.

- Knowledge of market data protocols or feeds.

- Exposure to cloud platforms or distributed systems.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design and develop applications using kdb+ and q for real-time and historical data processing

- Build and optimize time-series databases for high-volume, low-latency workloads.

- Develop data ingestion, transformation, and analytics pipelines.

- Work with market data feeds, trading systems, or financial datasets (if applicable).

- Optimize queries, memory usage, and system performance.

- Support production systems, troubleshoot issues, and perform root cause analysis.

- Collaborate with quantitative, trading, and technology teams.

- Ensure code quality, documentation, and adherence to best practices.

Desired Skills and Experience :

- kdb+, Linux, Troubleshooting, Capital Markets