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Python Research Engineer - Paris- Sophisticated Prop Trading Firm - Oxford Knight

Oxford KnightParis🇫🇷FrancePosted 13 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Python Research Engineer role at a prestigious prop trading firm offers a fantastic opportunity to build scalable systems and directly impact trading strategies, perfect for engineers with strong Python and C++ skills who thrive in collaborative, data-driven environments. You'll enjoy a competitive compensation package, generous benefits, and the chance to grow your expertise within a globally recognized company. Apply now to join their innovative Paris team!

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Paris, France
Posted
3 weeks ago

Job Description

High-frequency prop trading firm with offices worldwide is looking to expand one of its trading teams in Paris with a talented Python Research Engineer.

In this role, you'll collaborate with traders and researchers as you help architect and develop unified systems that enable strategies to be produced. You'll reduce the time and cost required to conduct research, as well as enabling new research by designing flexible, efficient, scalable systems that the business can use easily.

Qualifications

  • Software development experience in Python, proficiency in C++ & Bash
  • Strong background in data structures, algorithms and OO programming
  • Experience with distributed systems, scientific computing and ML algorithms
  • Deep understanding of machine- and network-level details of computer hardware and OS
  • Solid troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
  • Minimum bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or related) from a top-tier university
  • Excellent communication skills and fluency in English
  • Financial experience is not required.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses
  • Generous paid vacation allowance
  • Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks on a daily basis
  • Reimbursement for health & wellness expenses
  • Donation matching program


Whilst we carefully review all applications, to all jobs, due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not possible to respond to those who have not been successful.

Contact
If you think you're a good match, or would like further information, please contact:

Henry Abbot
henry.abbot@oxfordknight.co.uk
+44 (0)20 3475 7199
https://www.linkedin.com/in/henry-abbot-5b406912a/

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