Algo Developer

Job description

As an Algo Developer supporting Bernstein SG’s electronic execution activities, you will develop, test, refine and document algorithmic trading and smart-order-routing components used within the firm’s market-access infrastructure. You will work closely with quantitative, trading and technology stakeholders to enhance performance and support controlled deployment into production environments. The role is expected to actively leverage and contribute to AI-powered workflows, automation initiatives and data-driven decision-support capabilities that enhance Bernstein SG’s execution platform and client experience.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Develop algorithmic execution components and smart order routers for the firm’s market-access infrastructure.
• Back-test and refine the existing code base to support performance optimisation.
• Implement enhancements arising from quantitative research and strategy fine-tuning.
• Develop and maintain tools supporting TCA, order monitoring and execution-performance analysis.
• Write clear technical documentation and maintain well-organised code libraries.
• Apply testing, version control, peer review and controlled release practices.
• Investigate defects, performance issues and execution exceptions.
• Liaise with IT functions for technical deployment into production environments.
• Support validation of outputs and controls before and after material changes.
• Comply with applicable risk, conduct, confidentiality and internal-control requirements.