Junior C++ Developer – Low-Latency Trading

Quantbox Research; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A proprietary trading firm in the UK is seeking multiple Software Developers to enhance their in-house low-latency software stack. Candidates should possess strong skills in C++, object-oriented design, and problem-solving. The role involves designing and testing software that handles high-throughput trading environments. Competitive compensation includes 4 weeks of vacation and medical insurance.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

4 weeks of paid vacation

Medical insurance

International team outing

Qualifications

• Excellent Software Development knowledge demonstrated through coursework, research projects, or open source activities.
• Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Exposure to network programming (TCP/IP) and concurrent programming.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, and testing proprietary low-latency software.
• Creating distributed systems for backtesting and simulation.
• Identifying complex problems and developing innovative solutions.
• Collaborating with quantitative traders and researchers.

Skills

C++ proficiency

Object-oriented design

Data structures and algorithms

Network programming (TCP/IP)

Concurrent programming

Linux/Unix experience

Problem-solving abilities

Passion for new technologies

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in Computer Science or related fields

Job description

A proprietary trading firm in the UK is seeking multiple Software Developers to enhance their in-house low-latency software stack. Candidates should possess strong skills in C++, object-oriented design, and problem-solving. The role involves designing and testing software that handles high-throughput trading environments. Competitive compensation includes 4 weeks of vacation and medical insurance.