Lead Software Engineer – Options C++

JR United Kingdom; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech and trading firm is seeking a Lead Software Engineer specializing in C++ to join their options technology team in Wolverhampton. This role involves leading a team, developing strategies, and optimizing trading systems within a high-pressure environment. The position offers substantial career progression and rewards within a globally recognized company.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a senior engineer focusing on C++.
• Proven leadership skills impacting team growth.
• Experience in building high-performance trading systems.

Responsibilities

• Leading a growing team of engineers.
• Developing low-latency core systems and strategies.
• Collaborating on applications based on traders' needs.

Skills

C++

Leadership

High-performance system optimization

Market data assessment

Education

STEM background, preferably Engineering

Job description

Lead Software Engineer – Options C++, Wolverhampton

One of the top, industry-leading prop firms is looking for a C++ Software Engineer to join their options technology team, focusing on Core and Strategies. They are a globally recognized leader in tech, trading, and business operations. The team ensures access to exchanges for monitoring trading activity and optimizing trading strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Leading a growing team.
• Developing strategies and low-latency core systems.
• Leading large-scale research projects to build applications based on traders' needs.
• Collaborating with team members and providing insights on C++ programming solutions.
• Working under high-pressure conditions to deliver quick solutions.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Extensive experience as a senior engineer, with a focus on C++.
• Proven leadership skills and impact on team growth.
• Experience in building and optimizing trading systems with high performance and quality standards.
• Familiarity with market data from exchanges and assessment skills.
• Understanding of Quantitative Research needs.
• Academic background in STEM, preferably Engineering.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a growing team within a global trading company, offering high rewards and career progression. For more details, contact [emailprotected].