Lead Software Engineer – Options C++

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Un prestataire de services financiers de haut niveau cherche à recruter un Lead Software Engineer spécialisé en C++. Le rôle implique la direction d'une équipe, le développement de systèmes de trading et la collaboration étroite avec les traders pour optimiser les performances. C'est une occasion unique d'évoluer dans une entreprise leader du marché, offrant des récompenses attrayantes et des opportunités d'avancement.

Qualifications

• Expérience en tant qu'ingénieur senior avec un accent sur C++.
• Historique de leadership dans une équipe.

Responsibilities

• Diriger une équipe en pleine croissance.
• Développement de stratégies et systèmes à faible latence.
• Conduire des projets de recherche d'envergure.

Skills

C++

Leadership

High Performance Systems

Quantitative Research

Education

STEM degree

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Posted:

06.06.2025

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21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Lead Software Engineer – Options C++

One of the top, industry leading prop firms is looking for a C++ Software Engineer to join their options technology team, in their Core and Strategies. They are one of the most widely known global players for tech and trade and business operations. The team is focused on ensuring the business has access to exchanges to understand the performance of their trading activity and make better – informed decisions about their trading strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Leading a team that continues to grow.
• Strategy development and core low latency
• Independently leading large-scale research projects focused on building applications, based on traders’ needs.
• Collaborating smoothly with the members of the team and providing insight on programming solutions using C++.
• Work in a high-pressure environment and provide quick solutions.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Strong experience as a senior engineer in the industry with a focus on C++.
• Proven track record of working as a leader of a team and having an impact in their growth.
• Skills in building and optimising trading systems as well as maintaining high performance and quality standard.
• Familiarity with market data coming from exchanges and making assessments based on those.
• Understanding of Quantitative Research needs.
• A solid academic foundation in a STEM discipline with a preference in Engineering.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work as a leader of a continuously growing team of a global trading company, with high rewards on offer as well as career progression opportunities. For a conversation regarding the role, you can reach out to [emailprotected] .