First Derivative is driven by people, data, and technology, unlocking the value of insight, hindsight, and foresight to drive organizations forward. Counting many of the world's leading investment banks as clients, we help our clients navigate the data-driven, digital revolution that is transforming the financial services sector. Our global teams span across 15 offices serving clients across EMEA, North America and APAC.As an EPAM Systems, Inc. (NYSE: EPAM) company, a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services, we deliver advanced financial services solutions by empowering operational insights, driving innovation, and enabling more effective risk management in an increasingly data-centric world. Together with EPAM, we combine deep industry expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients stay ahead in a rapidly evolving financial landscape, offering comprehensive solutions that drive business transformation and sustainable growth.We are seeking an experienced and drivenSenior KDB+ Developerto join our team, delivering advanced solutions to empower operational insights and drive innovation across diverse industries.By leveraging KDB+, the world's fastest time-series database, you will play a key role in supporting cutting-edge, data-centric applications for our global clients.ResponsibilitiesWork alongside global clients as part of our KDB+ consulting practiceAct as a Subject Matter Expert for KX product installations and customizationsContribute to all aspects of the software development lifecycle, including influencing application design and architecture and developing, testing, and deploying codeInteract with users to gather requirements, understand integration needs, support deployments, and troubleshoot issuesAssist with user configurations, data access, and querying supportCollaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and high-performance solutionsOptimize database performance and ensure system reliability for mission-critical applicationsMaintain awareness of emerging technologies to recommend enhancements to existing projectsParticipate in knowledge-sharing initiatives to foster continuous improvement within the teamRequirements3+ years of experience in software engineering or development using KDB+/QStrong academic foundation in business, finance, engineering, mathematics, science, or technologyExpertise in developing software solutions using programming languages such as Java, C++, PythonFamiliarity with deployment tools such as Jenkins, TeamCityDemonstrable problem-solving ability and a self-driven approach to learning and mastering new tools and technologiesExceptional communication skills and ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholdersWe offerPrivate Healthcare PackagePensionEmployee Assistance ProgrammeEnhanced Maternity policyGroup Life Protection BenefitGive as You EarnCycle to Work SchemeEmployee Referral Bonus SchemeDiversity NetworksAccess to a range of skills and certifications