Durlston Partners

About the Company

Durlston Partners began recruiting for the world's best Hedge Funds in 2010 and we have grown our business to deliver best-in-class talent to companies in Tech, Quant Finance, Portfolio Management, Data Science & Digital Assets.

Our team operates from our offices in London, New York and Dubai. Led by 5 Partners, we have achieved organic growth and self-funded success without external investment.

Our clients include leading hedge funds, banks, family offices, and AI / Machine Learning firms across global financial hubs such as London, New York, Zurich, Hong Kong, UAE, Qatar and Singapore.

We have played a pivotal role in building teams for multi-billion dollar hedge funds and have provided valuable intelligence and compensation trend insights to support CEOs during critical organisational milestones, including capital raises and M&As.

Want to join a team of brilliant head-hunters, recognised as the best in the market? We are eagerly looking to speak with experienced recruiters in our space.

Contact: hello@durlstonpartners.com for all enquiries.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Durlston Partners

Job Title

Software Engineer (C++) - HFT

Job Description

Job Title: Software Engineer (C++ – HFT) Role Summary: Design, build, and optimise low‑latency C++ trading infrastructure for systematic finance. Expectations: Deliver high‑performance, reliable trading systems that meet stringent latency and throughput requirements across global markets. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and optimise C++ components for high‑frequency trading platforms. - Implement low‑latency, multi‑threaded and concurrent software that processes market data and orders. - Collaborate with traders and quants to convert strategy requirements into production‑grade code. - Profile, debug, and tune system performance to minimise latency and maximize reliability. - Maintain and evolve infrastructure to support new trading strategies and market connectivity. Required Skills: - Strong expertise in modern C++ (C++17/20) and systems programming. - Proficient in networking (TCP/UDP), concurrency, and low‑latency optimisation techniques. - Experience with real‑time trading systems, market data feeds, and order routing. - Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑stress environment with tight deadlines. - Excellent debugging, profiling and problem‑solving abilities. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Finance, or related field. - Relevant certifications (e.g., C++ Certified Associate or Professional) are a plus.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

05-11-2025

Company Name

Durlston Partners

Job Title

Lead Software Engineer

Job Description

Job title: Lead Software Engineer Role Summary: Own and advance the core e‑commerce technology stack, leading the migration to Shopify. Expectations: Deliver a high‑performance, scalable Shopify storefront that boosts conversion; collaborate cross‑functionally with design, product, and growth teams. Key Responsibilities: • Lead Shopify build‑out and migration (Online Store 2.0, Liquid, API integrations). • Design, develop, and maintain front‑end and back‑end systems for performance and scalability. • Work with design and marketing to optimise UX and conversion rates. • Integrate third‑party APIs and automation tools. • Champion best practices for code quality, deployment, and continuous improvement. • Partner with founders and leadership on new product launches. Required Skills: • Minimum 4 years software engineering experience. • 2 + years building or scaling Shopify storefronts or apps (Liquid, JavaScript, REST/GraphQL). • Proficiency in modern front‑end frameworks (React, Vue, or equivalent). • Strong understanding of web performance, caching, and SEO. • Product‑oriented mindset; ability to collaborate with creative and commercial teams. • Proactive, hands‑on approach; thrives in fast‑paced startup environments. Required Education & Certifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Senior

11-11-2025

Company Name

Durlston Partners

Job Title

Senior Frontend Developer

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Frontend Developer Role Summary: Own and lead the Shopify front‑end transformation for a high‑growth e‑commerce brand, delivering high‑performance, conversion‑optimized digital experiences. Expectations: Deliver end‑to‑end Shopify development, guide the migration strategy, set technical standards, and collaborate cross‑functionally with marketing, ops, and design. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the migration of the existing e‑commerce platform to Shopify. - Build, test, and maintain scalable, performant front‑end solutions using Liquid, JavaScript (ES6+), CSS/SCSS. - Optimize UX, site speed, and conversion metrics across the customer journey. - Integrate third‑party tools, internal APIs, and data layers. - Define and enforce technical best practices, coding standards, and quality gates. - Mentor and collaborate with junior developers and stakeholders. Required Skills: - 4+ years of full‑stack web development experience, with at least 2 years specialized in Shopify. - Strong proficiency in Liquid templating, JavaScript (ES6+), CSS/SCSS. - Hands‑on experience with API integrations, webhooks, and performance tuning. - Deep understanding of e‑commerce fundamentals and conversion optimization techniques. - Self‑starter mindset with strong accountability and autonomous execution. - Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent professional experience. - Shopify Commerce or Shopify Partner certifications preferred.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Senior

11-11-2025

Company Name

Durlston Partners

Job Title

Lead FullStack Developer - E-Commerce (Shopify)

Job Description

Job Title: Lead FullStack Developer Role Summary: Lead development of a high-performance Shopify e-commerce platform, focusing on full-stack solutions, cross-team collaboration, and mentorship. Expectations: Proven expertise in modern e-commerce development, product-driven mindset, and leadership in code quality and architecture. Key Responsibilities: Lead full-stack Shopify platform development; design responsive, high-performance web experiences; collaborate with product and design teams; mentor developers and enforce best practices. Required Skills: JavaScript (ES6+), CSS/SCSS, React/Next.js, Node.js, API development, PostgreSQL/MongoDB, AWS/Docker; experience with responsive front-end development and e-commerce platforms. Required Education & Certifications: Not specified.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Senior

11-11-2025