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Senior kdb+ Developer

AI summary of the role

Senior kdb+ developer role at a capital markets consultancy, leading technical delivery on client projects involving high-performance, scalable kdb+ architectures for time-series data.

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What you’ll do

  • 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.

What you’ll bring

  • 5+ years of hands-on kdb+ development, with deep expertise in q and time-series data.
  • 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.

Technologies

kdb+ · q · Unix/Linux · Python · AWS · GCP · Azure · time-series databases

About Data Intellect

Belfast-based specialist consultancy (formerly AquaQ Analytics) building high-performance kdb+/q time-series systems for trading, risk and trade surveillance at global financial institutions.

Private Late · 200–500 people

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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 As a Senior kdb+ Developer at [DI] you’ll be 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
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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 As a Senior kdb+ Developer at [DI] you’ll be 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 5+ years of hands-on kdb+ development, with deep expertise in q and time-series data. Proven experience designing [... source excerpt omitted ...] experience. Additional Information Why Join Data Intellect? Hybrid & flexible working – balance your time between home and our global offices. Global opportunities – work with clients in London, New York, Hong Kong, Singapore, and beyond. Continuous learning – access to paid training, certifications, and leadership development. Clear progression paths – biannual promotion cycles and regular 1:1s to support your growth. Healthcare & wellbeing – provider dependent on region. Referral bonuses, social events, and more – we work hard and celebrate harder. Data Intellect is a specialist data and technology consultancy with deep roots in capital markets. We build high-perform

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