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C++ Senior Software Developer - London- Prop Trading Firm | London, UK
Oxford Knight
London
On-site
GBP 60,000 - 100,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established industry player is seeking a senior engineer to join their innovative technology team in London. This hands-on role focuses on enhancing trading infrastructure and developing internal tools that streamline operations. You will engage directly with traders, taking ownership of projects and contributing to impactful solutions from the start. The company offers a vibrant and flexible work environment, encouraging creativity and collaboration. If you have a strong background in C/C++ and Python, along with a passion for finance and technology, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in a dynamic setting.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Expert-level programming experience in C/C++ and Python required.
- Strong Linux skills and finance experience are essential.
Responsibilities
- Take ownership of projects and write production code from day one.
- Work collaboratively with traders to improve daily operations.
Skills
Education
Job description
Summary
Join a sophisticated technology team in the London office of a prop trading house that places software development at the centre of business strategy. This team has the responsibility of a trading group and a core infra team.
This role is for a senior engineer who is able to take on problems at all levels of the software stack, including low-level code to drive network hardware, super reliable high-performance trading infrastructure and time-saving internal tools. You will be taking ownership of projects and writing production code from day one.
Working collaboratively alongside the traders, this is very much a hands-on role with a real impact on improving people's daily work. The development team enjoys great flexibility when planning roadmaps and deciding which features to implement.
Requirements
- BS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- Expert-level experience programming in C / C++11/17/20/23 and Python
- Previous finance experience, or other significant hands-on development
- Linux guru
- Ability to juggle a lot of priorities and continuously deliver
- Interest in finance / machine learning / big data and/or robotics are pluses
NB: Please do not apply if you are a fresh graduate.
Benefits
- Vibrant, flexible and inspiring work environment with excellent rewards
- They're willing to be flexible with WFH
- Free food / gym onsite
Whilst we carefully review all applications, due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not possible to respond to those who have not been successful.
Contact
If this sounds like you or you would like to know more, please get in touch:
Andy Stirling-Martin
andy@oxfordknight.co.uk
020 3137 9579
linkedin.com/in/andrew-stirling-martin-7664a946
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