C++ Developer

McGregor Boyall Associates Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A global quant investment manager is seeking a C++ Software Engineer focused on developing and optimizing trading platforms. Candidates will work closely with researchers and strategists to build systems that support systematic trading and performance-critical applications. The ideal candidate should have excellent expertise in C++ and experience in low latency environments. Knowledge in algo trading or market making will be an advantage. This opportunity includes a tailored compensation package up to £500k+.

Qualifications

• Excellent programming ability in C++ with experience in distributed systems.
• Extensive skills in low latency and high throughput environments.
• Expertise in at least one of: SOR, Connectivity, Execution, Systematic Trading, Market Data.
• Experience in algo trading or market making is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize trading platforms and research infrastructure.
• Collaborate with researchers, strategists, and engineers on system design.
• Implement and maintain systems supporting trading strategies.

Skills

C++ programming

Low latency experience

High throughput experience

Algo trading knowledge

Job description

Tailored individual total comp up to £500k+ including the option for bonus buyout / sign-on

C++, Python, Algo Trading, Quant Finance, Low Latency, Linux

My client is a global quant investment manager. They run systematic strategies across multiple asset classes with a culture that balances academic rigor and pragmatic execution. Their engineering teams work directly alongside researchers building the platforms that power live trading, not maintaining legacy systems.

As a C++ Software Engineer, you'll be a key figure in developing and optimizing trading platforms and research infrastructure. Projects span systematic trading, data processing, and performance-critical applications. You will work closely with researchers, strategists, and engineers to design, implement, and maintain systems powering the firm's trading and investment strategies.

Locations : London, New York, Chicago

Requirements :

• Excellent C++ programming ability with proven experience working on highly distributed systems
• Extensive low latency / high throughput experience
• Clear expertise in at least ONE of : SOR, Connectivity, Execution, Systematic Trading, Market Data
• Prior experience in algo trading, eTrading or market making

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.