About Smart Working At Smart Working, we believe your job should not only look right on paper but also feel right every day. This isn’t just another remote role — it’s belonging remotely, and that’s a big difference. From day one, you're part of a genuine community where you’re supported and valued. We’re proud to be one of the highest-rated companies on Glassdoor India. With one vision in mind — “Geographical limitations should not dictate access to talent” — Smart Working helps great people build long-term, full-time remote careers with exceptional UK teams. We’ve created a culture where you're backed from day one and given the space to grow — personally and professionally. About the Role We’re hiring a Senior kdb Developer for a leading data solutions provider specializing in financial services. The focus of this role is to lead the design and implementation of high-performance kdb architectures, ensuring scalability and reliability in production environments. What You’ll Be Doing: - Leading technical delivery on client projects, setting the standard for quality and performance - Designing and implementing robust kdb architectures that handle billions of rows of time-series data - Collaborating with quants, traders, and analysts to translate business needs into performant, efficient code - Mentoring and guiding junior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence - Driving innovation by staying ahead of the curve in kdb, q, and adjacent technologies Must-Have Skills: - 5 years of hands-on kdb development, with deep expertise in q and time-series data - Proven experience in designing and scaling kdb systems in production - Strong background in Unix/Linux environments and scripting - Demonstrated technical leadership and decision-making in fast-paced projects - Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex systems to both technical and non-technical stakeholders - Experience in capital markets or investment banking, with an understanding of its demands - A passion for clean, performant code and continuous improvement Nice-to-Have Skills: - Experience with Python and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) - Familiarity with other time-series databases: - Exposure to tick data, real-time analytics, or electronic trading systems: - Prior team leadership or people management experience What Sets You Apart: - Proven ability to take ownership of technical delivery and lead by example - Strong English communication skills, articulating complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders - Strategic mindset, balancing technical excellence with client business goals - Commitment to mentoring, knowledge-sharing, and fostering a high-performance culture How We Work Remotely at Smart Working: - Remote work thrives on trust and transparency. We use simple, reliable tools to track hours and outputs, giving you the freedom to excel in your role while staying aligned with the team. - During working hours, we expect full commitment to Smart Working — no dual employment or outsourcing of assigned tasks. - Your work is yours to complete, ensuring quality and consistency in every deliverable. At Smart Working, you’ll never be just another remote hire. Be a Smart Worker — valued, empowered, and part of a culture that celebrates integrity, excellence, and ambition. If that sounds like your kind of place, we’d love to hear your story.