C++ Quant Developer - Options- Leading Global Crypto Market Maker

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

Job summary

An ambitious market maker is seeking a highly experienced C++ Quant Developer to join their growing Options team. This hands-on role involves developing scalable, high-performance options trading systems and collaborating directly with traders. The environment is fast-paced and dynamic, free from bureaucracy, allowing developers to report directly to the CTO. Ideal candidates will come from an HFT or trading firm, possessing strong programming skills in C++ and a solid understanding of options trading. Join this innovative startup to make a significant impact in the crypto options market.

Benefits

Industry-leading bonuses

Flat, non-hierarchical structure

Onsite gym

Unlimited food & drinks

Social events

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills in C++, especially in trading platforms.
• Experience in a high-frequency trading environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable, high-performance options trading systems.
• Collaborate directly with traders to enhance trading strategies.

Skills

C++ Programming

High-Frequency Trading (HFT)

Options Trading

Market Data Feeds

Multi-threading

Low Latency Programming

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Maths

Master's Degree in Computer Science

Engineering Degree

Job description

Salary: Very competitive

This is a unique opportunity at a highly ambitious market maker that provides high-frequency algorithmic trading involving crypto currencies/blockchain, as well as decentralized finance. They are looking for a highly experienced C++ Quant Developer to join the growing Options team, one of the biggest electronic trading desks in the crypto options market.

This is a hands-on role, collaborating directly with traders, where your primary focus is developing scalable, high-performance options trading systems. Engaging with the full options stack, you'll expand the business across centralized finance, decentralized finance and OTC.

There are no legacy systems, no multiple levels of approvals, no bureaucracy; all developers report directly to CTO who is very hands-on. The successful candidate will likely come from an HFT/trading firm, be able to solve difficult problems and thrive in the fast-paced, ever-changing environment of high-frequency trading.

Requirements

• Strong programming & development skills in C++ are a must-have
• Experience developing trading platforms, ideally from a HFT environment
• Options experience is preferred
• Familiarity with market data feeds, order execution protocols and connectivity to exchanges
• Solid understanding of multi-threading, concurrency and low latency programming
• Bachelor's of Master's degree from a top-tier university in Maths, Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Rewards and Incentives

• Great base salaries and industry-leading bonuses
• Flat, non-hierarchical structure with independence & autonomy to deliver solutions
• Join a high-growth startup with a great work culture
• Loads of social events, onsite gym, unlimited food & drinks in the office

Contact
If you feel you are suitable for this role, drop me an email or give me a call!

Jack Peck
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