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Sphere • London, California, United States
Salary: £35,000 / year
Role & seniority: Entry-level Developer / Software Engineer (apprentice-like start with high autonomy)
Stack/tools: .NET; interest in AI/ML tooling (Claude, Cursor) and quantitative analytics; fintech context
Collaborate across engineering and product teams on diverse projects to improve efficiency and accuracy
Deliver high-quality trading solutions that meet customer and internal expectations
Build foundational skills with training and grow toward broader engineering responsibilities
Computer science degree or equivalent, genuine development passion
Experience with .NET; strong analytical problem-solving ability
Effective verbal communication; collaborative mindset; adaptable to project needs
Interest in applying AI in a commercial fintech setting; curiosity about Claude/Cursor or similar tools
Prior exposure to data analysis and producing actionable outputs for internal teams
Location & work type: London, Greater London (Hybrid); Full-Time; minimum 2 days/week in the London office initially
ABOUT US
We operate in the dynamic world of energy commodities trading, where information and speed are crucial for success. However, data in these markets is often fragmented and opaque, leaving participants with incomplete and poor-quality information….
Here at Sphere ( www.onsphere.com ), we aim to bring order to this chaos by leveraging our innovative voice and AI technologies, as well as our patented Liquidity Lake, which consolidates all actionable liquidity onto one screen. Enhanced by AI insights and quantitative analytics, our platform is designed to support even the most skilled traders; See more. Win more. THE OPPORTUNITY Developing the very best systems, through the use of AI and automaton is at the core of everything we do at Sphere. As part of our engineering team, initially you will be working across the business on a range of projects to help bring efficiency and accuracy to everything we do internally. This role will involve plenty of training and support to make sure you have all the tools and training you’ll need to grow, but even as an entry-level role, you will be given a high level of autonomy to make a real difference. We need to ensure our software exceeds customer expectations, so as you expand your knowledge of everything Sphere, you will begin to deliver high-quality trading solutions, working as an integral part of our engineering and product teams, to set you up with a really broad knowledge base for what may then come next in your career with Sphere. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR IN YOU
You’ll need to be have a real passion for development, ideally from a computer science degree (or similar) As part of your studies you will have used .net, which is combined with a proven curiosity for experimenting with Claude, Cursor, etc While the longer-term route for this role is to become a developer, initially you be collaborating on a range of projects across teams – so being flexible in approach, and a desire to solve problems is essential Adopting an analytical approach to problem solving is going to be something you absolutely thrive at, analysing data, building solutions and producing succinct outputs that can be utilised by different internal teams Your verbal communication skills will need to be on point, as you’re part of a small dev team that will put the need to work together at the core of its success Working in a growing fintech, a genuine interest in technology and to apply AI in a commercial setting will give you a great foundation for success Hybrid working – Flexibility to work from the office as much as preferred, with a min of 2 days per week in our LDN office initially
WHY JOIN SPHERE
Innovative Impact: We are fundamentally transforming the commodities trading landscape. By joining Sphere, you will work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with some of the largest commodity trading firms globally.
Career Growth: Experience exponential growth and be part of an organization where your contributions are visible and impactful.
Competitive Package: Benefit from a competitive remuneration package, including participation in the firm’s equity through our HMRC-approved EMI employee options scheme in a rapidly growing, high-potential business.
Professional Development: Gain access to continuous learning opportunities and professional development programs tailored to your career growth.
Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy a flexible working environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
Company Culture: Be part of a supportive and innovative company culture that values diversity, inclusivity, and teamwork. Here at Sphere, we believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to be their authentic selves. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.
Location London, Greater London (Hybrid) Department Research & Development Employment Type Full-Time Minimum Experience Entry-level Compensation £35k + Benefits + Equity