C++ HFT Developer – Prop Trading

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team in London, working on a cutting-edge electronic execution stack for a prop trading hedge fund. This role involves enhancing system performance and implementing innovative trading strategies using C++ and Python. You will collaborate closely with traders to ensure the system meets stringent low-latency requirements while adhering to best coding practices and Agile methodologies. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your technical skills in a fast-paced environment, contributing to the evolution of trading technology and making a tangible impact in the financial sector.

Qualifications

• Experience building C++-based systems with low-latency performance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Overhaul a cross-asset electronic execution stack within a prop trading hedge fund.
• Extend functionality of the new system and implement new strategies.

Skills

C/C++

Python

HFT

Low Latency

Real-time Systems

Multi-threading

Performance Tuning

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor in Computer Science

Degree in Mathematics

Degree in Physics

Degree in Engineering

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Client:

Fourier

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Required skills

C/C++, Python, HFT, low latency, real-time, multi-threading.

You will be working in a small team undertaking a major overhaul of a cross asset electronic execution stack within a prop trading hedge fund.

You will work with traders extend the functionality of this new system, help implement new strategies, and improve existing ones, all with a keen eye on performance.

You will need to have prior experience building highly performant C++ applications and an appreciation of software design, best coding practices, continuous integration, Agile methodologies and computer science fundamentals.

Key Skills:
– Experience building C++-based systems with strict requirements for low-latency and deterministic performance

– Performance tuning/optimisation of systems/software

– Python scripting skills

– Strong academic background in Computer Science or an analytical field such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, etc.

– Strong analytical and problem solving skills