• Lead the design and development of complex components within the KDB+ platform
• Ensure high-quality, maintainable code through code reviews and adherence to development standards
• Collaborate with business analysts, architects, and other developers to define technical solutions aligned with business goals
• Perform in-depth analysis of systems and provide recommendations for performance optimization and scalability
• Oversee software build, release, and deployment activities across development, test, and production environments
• Troubleshoot critical issues related to deployment, environment stability, and data integrity
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team
• Maintain detailed technical documentation and support audit or compliance needs

Must have

• 8 to 10 years of hands-on experience in q and KDB+ development, including architecture and optimization of large-scale time-series data platforms
• Demonstrated experience in leading or mentoring KDB or KX development teams in enterprise environments
• Strong understanding of Ab Initio or similar ETL and data integration technologies
• Solid experience working in Unix or Linux environments
• Good understanding of capital markets with exposure to FICC products and end-to-end trade lifecycle
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proven experience in performance tuning and data accuracy
• Experience delivering solutions in Agile delivery models with ownership of timelines and quality
• Good communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Nice to have

• Knowledge of banking surveillance or regulatory reporting systems
• Exposure to global trading regulations such as FCA, MAR, or equivalent frameworks