Lead Software Engineer – Options C++

JR United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading proprietary trading firm in Luton seeks a Lead Software Engineer with C++ expertise to join their options technology team. This role involves leading engineers, developing low-latency trading systems, and optimizing trading strategies in a high-pressure environment. The position promises career growth within a dynamic global team.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a senior engineer with expertise in C++.
• Proven leadership experience and impact on team growth.
• Understanding of quantitative research requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a team of engineers.
• Develop strategies and optimize low-latency trading systems.
• Collaborate with team members to provide insights on C++ solutions.

Skills

C++

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Education

Academic background in STEM, preferably Engineering

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Lead Software Engineer – Options C++, Luton, Bedfordshire

Client:

Confidential

Location:

Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Lead Software Engineer – Options C++

One of the top, industry-leading proprietary trading firms is seeking a C++ Software Engineer to join their options technology team, focusing on core and strategies. They are a globally recognized leader in technology, trading, and business operations. The team ensures access to exchanges for monitoring trading performance and making informed decisions about trading strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and grow a team of engineers.
• Develop strategies and optimize low-latency trading systems.
• Lead large-scale research projects to build applications based on traders’ needs.
• Collaborate with team members and provide insights on C++ programming solutions.
• Work effectively under high-pressure conditions and deliver quick solutions.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Extensive experience as a senior engineer with expertise in C++.
• Proven leadership experience and impact on team growth.
• Skills in building, optimizing, and maintaining high-performance trading systems.
• Knowledge of market data from exchanges and analytical skills based on that data.
• Understanding of quantitative research requirements.
• Academic background in STEM, preferably Engineering.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a growing global trading team, with high rewards and career progression prospects. For more information, contact [emailprotected].