C++ Developer - Tech First Systematic Trading Firm

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a talented C++ Developer to join their innovative team in London. This role offers the chance to work on a mission-critical trading platform, where you will design and develop high-performance software solutions. Collaborate with a global team that values creativity and teamwork, while contributing to impactful projects that drive trading operations. If you are passionate about software engineering and eager to tackle challenges in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of C++ development experience in a Linux environment.
• Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver production-critical software.
• Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and define architecture.

Skills

C++

Linux

Data Structures

Algorithms

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Kafka

Q/KDB

Bash

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Client:

Stanford Black Limited

Location:

london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

A leading quantitative trading firm is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer to join one of their front office technology teams. This team is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining their sophisticated trading platform.

The firm is investing heavily in transforming its trading platform and they are looking for engineers with a passion for software development who thrive in a dynamic, global, and collaborative environment, with a strong commitment to engineering excellence. This role does not require any prior finance experience, just strong C++ developers with a keen interest in this space.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deliver production-critical software.
• Work closely with stakeholders and team members to gather requirements, define architecture and technologies, and resolve bottlenecks.
• Lead and contribute to design discussions while mentoring other team members.

Qualifications:

Must Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of C++ development experience in a Linux environment.
• Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with scalable, large-scale, or distributed systems and service-oriented architecture.
• Expertise in optimizing code for high-performance applications.
• Familiarity with messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, AMPS, QPID).
• Experience with Python, bash, and/or Q/KDB.

Why This Opportunity?

• Work with a global team that values innovation and collaboration.
• Contribute to a mission-critical platform with significant impact on trading operations.
• Develop your career in a dynamic environment that encourages continuous learning and growth.

If you’re a passionate software engineer looking to take on the challenge of building and maintaining high-performance trading systems, we encourage you to apply.