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Data Intellect

Senior kdb+ Engineer

New York, NY · Hybrid

$114K - $157K/yr

If you're a proficient kdb+ developer ready to lead, innovate and make an impact, we want to hear ... Drive innovation by staying ahead of the curve in kdb+, q, and emerging technologies.

Data Intellect

Senior kdb+ Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$114K - $157K/yr

If you're a proficient kdb+ developer ready to lead, innovate and make an impact, we want to hear ... Drive innovation by staying ahead of the curve in kdb+, q, and emerging technologies.

Data Intellect

Senior kdb+ Engineer

New York, NY · Hybrid

$114K - $157K/yr

If you're a proficient kdb+ developer ready to lead, innovate and make an impact, we want to hear ... Drive innovation by staying ahead of the curve in kdb+, q, and emerging technologies.

Eliassen Group

Quant Developer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$80 - $90/hr

Design, develop, and optimize KDB+/q databases and analytics for high-volume market data. * Develop ... These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in ...

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How much do urgently hiring kdb q developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for urgently hiring kdb q developer in the United States is $52.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.38 and $64.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Urgently Hiring Kdb Q Developer vs Data Analyst?

AspectUrgently Hiring Kdb Q DeveloperData Analyst
Required SkillsProficiency in Kdb+/Q language, database management, scriptingData visualization, SQL, Excel, statistical analysis
Work EnvironmentFinancial services, trading firms, real-time data processingBusiness intelligence, market research, reporting
CertificationsNone mandatory but preferred: Kdb+/Q certificationsData analysis or related certifications (e.g., CAP, Microsoft certifications)

Urgently Hiring Kdb Q Developers focus on real-time data management in finance, requiring specialized Kdb+/Q skills. Data Analysts handle data interpretation and reporting across various industries. While both roles involve data, their tools, environments, and expertise differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Urgently Hiring Kdb Q Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,905 per year, or $52.8 per hour.

Senior kdb+ Architect (Greenfield Project)

Data Intellect

New York, NY • On-site

$108K - $137K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

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+ engineer ready to lead, innovate and make an impact - we want to hear from you.

Job Description

We have a rare opportunity for a Senior kdb+ Architect based in New York to lead a greenfield kdb+ platform build for a toptier Investment Banking client. This role offers true endtoend ownership, spanning realtime and historical market data ingestion through to highperformance analytics and downstream visualisation.

You'll play a pivotal role in defining and shaping the overall system architecture, making critical design decisions around data models, scalability, performance and resiliency. The work sits at the heart of the market data stack and demands deep expertise in kdb+/q, lowlatency systems, market data feeds and analytic frameworks.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer who wants to influence technical direction, work closely with frontoffice-aligned systems and build a strategic platform from the ground up while showcasing their architectural and performance optimisation expertise.

As a Senior kdb+ Engineer 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 and implementing kdb+ architectures and scaling kdb+ systems in production.
  • Experience working with and architecting both real-time and historical systems.
  • Strong background in Unix/Linux environments and scripting.
  • Demonstrated technical leadership and decision-making in fast-paced projects.
  • Excellent communication skills to explain complex systems to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience in capital markets or investment banking, understanding 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.
  • People management or team leadership experience.
Additional Information

Why Join Data Intellect?

  • 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.

About Us

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.

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