C++ Developer- Systematic Quant Fund

Oxford Knight; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading tech-driven hedge fund as a key member of the development team, where you will work in a dynamic environment focused on low-latency algorithmic trading strategies. You'll collaborate with quant analysts and traders to design and implement cutting-edge systems, ensuring high-quality returns through innovative technology. This role offers excellent career growth opportunities in a relaxed and creative culture that values your contributions. If you're a self-starter with a strong background in C/C++ and Linux, this is the perfect chance to advance your career in a collaborative and rewarding setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous benefits

Professional development

Casual culture

Healthy work-life balance

Qualifications

• 5+ years in low-latency Linux development with C/C++.
• Experience in design/implementation of multithreaded systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to build low-latency trading strategies.
• Support production environments and enhance trading systems.

Skills

C/C++

Linux

STL

Boost

Multithreaded Systems

Distributed Systems

Network Architecture

Market Data Feed Handlers

Execution Gateways

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Master's Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Maths or Engineering

Tools

Linux Red Hat

GCC Toolchain

Job description

Our client is a leading tech-driven quant and systematic hedge fund trading with offices across the globe. They leverage deep knowledge in data, research, technology and trading to deliver high-quality returns.

This opportunity offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment with excellent prospects for career growth.

As a key member of the development team, you will be working closely with quant analysts/developers, traders and operations staff to build and enhance low-latency algorithmic trading strategies. You'll collaborate over the design and implementation of cutting-edge systems, covering all aspects of the trading strategies: from exchange price feeds and financial indicators, to back testing & tick data management, through to production environment support.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter with excellent communication skills, good understanding of user requirements, with knowledge of market data feed handlers and execution gateways highly desirable.

Requirements

• 5+ years' experience in low-latency Linux development using C/C++, STL, Boost
• Bachelors or Masters degree from a top-tier university in Computer Science, Maths, Engineering or related field
• Solid experience in design and implementation of multithreaded and distributed systems
• Strong knowledge of distributed network architecture

Note: Please do not apply if you are a fresh graduate.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Familiarity with low-level optimization techniques on x86/64 platform and/or Linux/GCC toolchain and Linux Red Hat
• Front office desk-aligned experience

Benefits

• Great opportunity to be part of a collaborative, creative environment where you can feel valued for your input
• Competitive salary + generous benefits
• Professional and personal development
• Relaxed, casual culture, with a healthy work-life balance

Contact

If you feel you are a good match, please don't hesitate to get in touch:

Madeleine Mamak
[e-mail]
020 3745 6529
linkedin.com/in/madeleine-mamak-a06490221