About the role
Our client is a technology-driven systematic trading firm seeking a C++ Software Engineer to build and optimise the low-latency infrastructure powering their global trading platform. You'll work on performance-critical systems where efficiency, scalability and reliability directly impact trading performance.
Technical Skills
Modern C++ & Low Latency:
- Modern C++ (C++17/20/23 and beyond)
- Low-Latency Systems Development
- Performance Engineering & Optimisation
- Multithreading, Concurrency & Memory Management
- STL, Object-Oriented Design & Software Architecture
Systems Engineering:
- Linux / Unix
- Distributed, Real-Time & Event-Driven Systems
- Messaging Infrastructure
Networking:
- TCP/IP, UDP & Socket Programming
- High-Performance Networking
Desirable Trading Technologies:
- FIX Protocol
- Exchange Connectivity
- Market Data Feeds
- Electronic Trading Systems
Ideal Background
Open to candidates from either financial services or leading technology firms who have experience building high-performance, latency-sensitive software. Experience within trading, exchanges or financial markets is beneficial but not essential.
What's on Offer
- Build critical technology within a leading systematic trading environment
- Work alongside high-calibre engineers on challenging technical problems
- Significant ownership and direct impact on business outcomes
- Competitive compensation and strong long-term career progression opportunities
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