C++ Software Engineer

Hunter Bond; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 144,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Mentorship from elite technologists

Job summary

Elite Buy-Side Fund in Montreal seeks an Ultra Low-Latency C++ Engineer to join a high-caliber tech team. Build and own greenfield, ultra-performant systems and contribute to low-latency databases and trading infrastructure. You will process billions of data points per second and optimize code where nanoseconds matter.

Ideal candidates have strong C++20/23 experience, 2–7+ years, and a passion for performance in mission-critical environments. Hybrid role with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 2–7+ years of professional C++ development experience.
• Strong Computer Science fundamentals (outstanding academics a plus).
• Experience building systems where latency, throughput, and reliability are the priority.
• Ability to solve complex problems within high-pressure, mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Build and own greenfield, ultra-performant trading systems.
• Process billions of data points per second using cutting-edge infrastructure.
• Contribute to the development of low-latency databases from first principles.
• Optimize code where performance is measured in nanoseconds.
• Collaborate with world-class technologists to drive trading outcomes.

Skills

Modern C++ (C++20/23)

C++ Development

Latency optimization

Low-level systems

Problem solving

Education

Strong CS fundamentals

Job description

Role: Ultra Low-Latency C++ Engineer (C++ 20/23)

Client: Elite Buy-Side Fund

Compensation: Up to $240k CAD + Bonuses + Benefits

Location: Montreal (Hybrid)

Overview

Our elite buy-side clients are looking for a highly talented C++ Software Engineer to join an experienced tech team. This is an environment where engineering excellence is the product. Performance is measured in nanoseconds, and your work will directly influence trading outcomes. You will be part of a high-calibre group where technology is viewed as the primary competitive advantage.

The Role

This is a rare opportunity to build and own greenfield, ultra-performant systems from first principles. You will process billions of data points per second on cutting-edge infrastructure, contributing to low-latency databases and trading systems. You’ll work alongside world-class technologists in an environment that rewards a deep passion for performance optimization and low-level systems architecture.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building and owning greenfield, ultra-performant trading systems
• Processing billions of data points per second using cutting-edge infrastructure
• Contributing to the development of low-latency databases from first principles
• Optimizing code where performance is measured in nanoseconds
• Collaborating with world-class technologists to drive trading outcomes
  
  

Requirements

• Strong experience with modern C++ (C++ 20/23)
• 2–7+ years of professional C++ development experience
• Strong Computer Science fundamentals (outstanding academics a plus)
• Passion for performance optimization and low-level systems
• Experience building systems where latency, throughput, and reliability are the priority
• Ability to solve complex problems within high-pressure, mission-critical environments
  
  

What’s on Offer

• Highly competitive compensation up to $240k CAD + Bonuses
• Opportunity to work on some of the world's most performant financial systems
• Hybrid working model based in Montreal
• Mentorship from elite technologists in the buy-side space
• Environment focused on engineering excellence and technical innovation
  
  

If you are an Ultra Low-Latency C++ Engineer looking to join one of the world’s most elite teams, please apply for more information.