Front Office C++ Developer - Impactful Quant Libs

Huxley Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Investment Bank in Greater London is seeking an exceptional Front Office C++ Developer. In this role, you will work closely with Traders and Quants to develop and maintain high‑performance C++ libraries essential for pricing and risk analysis. The ideal candidate possesses strong expertise in C++17/20, has proven experience in a Front Office setting, and can deliver both tactical and strategic solutions. This is an opportunity to make a substantial impact while advancing your career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong modern C++ expertise, preferably C++17/20.
• Experience in a Front Office environment.
• Background in building or enhancing quantitative/pricing/analytics libraries.
• Ability to deliver tactical quick wins and strategic solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimise, and maintain C++ libraries for pricing, risk, and analytics.
• Deliver rapid tactical solutions and long-term strategic enhancements.
• Collaborate with Quants, Traders, and Structurers to understand business requirements.
• Improve performance of latency-sensitive components.
• Ensure best practices in testing, documentation, and code quality.

Skills

Modern C++ expertise (C++17/20 preferred)

STL knowledge

Templates proficiency

Memory management

Multi-threading

Strong communication skills

Job description

A leading Investment Bank in Greater London is seeking an exceptional Front Office C++ Developer. In this role, you will work closely with Traders and Quants to develop and maintain high‑performance C++ libraries essential for pricing and risk analysis. The ideal candidate possesses strong expertise in C++17/20, has proven experience in a Front Office setting, and can deliver both tactical and strategic solutions. This is an opportunity to make a substantial impact while advancing your career in a dynamic environment.