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Lorien

Front Office Strategist

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London, United kingdom

Freelance

16-02-2026

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Skills

Problem Solving Python SQL Monitoring Networking Research Linux Analytical Skills C++

Job Specifications

Technical Front Office Strategist

12 Month Contract

Location: London (Hybrid)

Lorien’s UK leading Investment banking client are currently looking for a highly skilled Technical Front Offfice Strategist to join the team on an initial 6-month contract.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Support (~30%)

- Assist traders with L1/L2 support

- Ensure trading systems are up and running at all times

- Develop tools that help ensure systems are reliable and efficient

- Rationalize and enhance the platform reliability

- Support the new pricing setup + the low latency platform

Development (~70%)

- Maintain and enhance existing support, monitoring and analysis tools

- Work with traders/research on the requirements of new features/applications

- Work on new projects to enhance the business (cover algo, ETF pricer setup)

Requirements

- Strong knowledge of Linux (including development/debugging, scripting, and networking)

- Strong knowledge and experience of core Python development

- Knowledge of C++ code (at least as a reader)

- Knowledge of SQL (Oracle)

Desired Skills

- Experience in working under pressure of a production environment

- Troubleshooting / Analytical skills

- Problem solving skills

If you find this opportunity intriguing and aligning with your skill set, we welcome the submission of your CV without delay.

About the Company

Lorien is a technology, transformation and telecom talent solutions specialist. We combine tech expertise with the scope, depth and breadth of large-scale talent solutions. Driven by both clients and candidates, covering Europe and the US, we work with all sectors, sizes and tech needs – from start-up to established, tech companies and those who use tech to propel them further - we work with them all. Our unique position in the market means we have the insight to create tailored solutions – keeping our clients ahead of t... Know more