C++ Engineer - Distributed Systems - Intraday Equities Desk

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading systematic fund based in London is seeking an exceptional C++ developer to join their trading team. This role involves building a sophisticated research compute platform to support quantitative research and strategy development. The ideal candidate will have a strong STEM background and experience in distributed systems, contributing to building cutting-edge solutions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years experience in C++ development.
• Strong foundation in STEM disciplines.
• Experience outside of finance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to build a world-class research compute platform.
• Work alongside a senior quant developer.

Skills

Distributed Systems

C++

Quantitative Research

Education

Degree in STEM (Computer Science ideal)

Job description

Job Description

Paragon are working with a systematic fund, circa $4BN AUM and up 10% year to date. One of their London based trading teams are looking to hire an exceptional C++ developer.

This systematic equities trading team are building a research compute platform which will house computational resources, data infrastructure, and tools to support quantitative research, strategy development, and backtesting in quant equity markets.

As part of this build they are searching for an elite C++ Engineer with skills in distributed systems, to work alongside another senior quant developer and deliver this world class platform.

We want someone outside of finance, with 2-5 years experience and an excellent STEM background (ideally computer science).

Please apply if you fit the brief.