Quantitative Developer (KDB+/Q)

KDB+ / Q Engineer | High-Frequency Post-Execution Plant A Tier-1 global investment bank is overhauling its core post-execution data infrastructure within its institutional securities division. Serving as the authoritative source for real-time and on-demand trading, risk, and reference data, this plant directly feeds exchanges, institutional clients, and internal analytics engines. The team needs a KDB+ Engineer to scale data ingestion, optimise system responsiveness, and reduce resource overhead. Role Overview You will design and implement ultra-low-latency KDB+/Q architectures that process high-volume trading data flows. Your focus centers on engineering robust reconciliation tools, onboarding complex fixed income datasets, and streamlining core platform pipelines. Location: Glasgow Key Responsibilities Optimise Low-Latency Core: Fine-tune KDB+/Q database structures to drastically minimise latency and optimise system memory allocation under peak market loads.Onboard Complex Market Flows: Collaborate directly with Fixed Income (FID) desks to design seamless data ingestion processes for real-time trading feeds.Automate Post-Trade Reconciliations: Build automated, real-time reconciliation systems connecting internal plants with external exchanges and downstream consumers.Ensure High-Availability Stability: Perform root-cause analysis and execute real-time production tuning to guarantee maximum uptime across global delivery flows. Required Skills KDB+/Q Engineering: Production-proven development skills in KDB+/Q paired with extensive Unix/Linux OS administration and performance tuning.Database & Scripting Mastery: Advanced SQL query optimisation and production-grade Python scripting for workflow automation.Domain & Analytical Rigor: Strong background in methodical system troubleshooting within high-demand, multi-tasking data environments. Desirable Skills Hands-on proficiency in C++, Java/Spring, or modern web frameworks (e.g., Angular).Direct experience integrating cloud architecture or message streaming technologies into KDB plants. The mthree Expert Model This role is offered through the mthree Expert Programme. As an mthree Consultant, you are directly employed by us with full market-rate compensation, targeted skill development, and dedicated talent management. You will be deployed exclusively to this single Tier-1 banking client with a structured, transparent path to direct permanent conversion