kdb+ Contractor
Data Intellect
London, UK
•6 hours ago
•No application
About
- 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
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.
- Qualifications
- What You Bring
- Deep expertise in hands-on kdb+/q development and time-series data solutions
- 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.
Bonus Points For
- Experience with Python, cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), or other time-series databases.
- Exposure to tick data, real-time analytics, or electronic trading systems.
- Additional Information
- Data Intellect is a specialist data and technology consultancy with deep roots in capital markets. We build high-performance systems that power trading, risk, and analytics for some of the world’s most demanding clients. Our expertise spans kdb+, data engineering, regulatory tech, and enterprise platforms and we’re growing fast.
- Fair Employment & Equal Opportunities
- We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations are available throughout the assessment and selection process.
- Challenge Accepted. Apply now.
- Department: Time Series Data




