C++ Quant Developer (Trade Execution)

Oxford Knight; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Knight is seeking a talented C++ Quant Developer to join the Trade Execution team in London. You will work on ultra-low-latency systems, collaborating with traders and researchers to drive desk performance.

You'll own end-to-end solutions from concept to deployment, tackling complex technical challenges across CPU, memory, OS, and network layers, with a strong emphasis on performance and reliability.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in finance
• Strong C++ skills used in current role
• Python experience desirable
• Good understanding of low-level aspects (CPU, memory, OS, network)
• Outstanding communication skills in a fast-paced environment
• Low-latency experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of projects from concept to delivery on the trading desk
• Collaborate with traders and researchers on algorithmic trading and analytics
• Work on ultra-low-latency components and infrastructure

Skills

C++

Python

Communication

Education

Computer Science

Tools

C++ (high-performance)

Python scripting

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 scope for career growth.

Looking for a C++ developer to join the Quant Dev team. You'll work within a trading desk with a direct and immediate impact on the desk’s success. Working closely with traders and researchers, this role offers exposure to many aspects of algorithmic trading, including ultra-low-latency trading engine (tracking nanoseconds), research platform (Terabytes of data per day), and analytics infrastructure (Massive cloud computing)

The successful candidate will enjoy taking ownership of projects from an idea through to completed solution. You can expect opportunities to solve hard technical challenges critical to the desk’s success.

Requirements

• Strong academic background, ideally in Computer Science
• 3+ years' experience in finance
• Fantastic C++ skills that you are using currently (Python experience highly desirable)
• Good understanding of what is happening 'under the hood' - be it CPU, memory, OS, network, etc.
• Outstanding communication skills suitable for a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Preferred

• Low latency experience
• Good low-level knowledge would be ideal
• 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

Whilst we carefully review all applications, to all jobs, due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not possible to respond to those who have not been successful.

C++ Quant Developer (Trade Execution) London