Low Latency C++ Engineer - Crypto

Understanding Recruitment; Greater London; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading crypto trading platform is seeking a Low Latency C++ Engineer to design and build distributed systems with ultra-low latency for trading. This fully remote position in the UK offers a competitive salary of up to £185,000 DOE, RSUs, and bonuses. The ideal candidate will have expert-level C++ skills, a track record in high-performance environments, and a passion for solving complex problems. Join a team dedicated to pushing boundaries in crypto trading.

Benefits

Competitive salary

RSUs

Bonuses

Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in trading, HFT, or low-latency domains is highly preferred.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-frequency environments.
• Curiosity and proactivity in tackling technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Design and build distributed C++ systems for crypto trading.
• Work with a team to manage ultra-low latency execution of trades.
• Collaborate with innovative engineers to enhance trading tech.

Skills

Expert-level C++ experience

Proven track record in building distributed systems

Strong design and architecture skills

Passion for solving complex technical problems

Tools

Modern C++

HFT principles

High-volume APIs

Job description

Low Latency C++ Engineer | Crypto Trading Powerhouse

💰 Up to £185,000 DOE + RSUs + Bonus + Benefits

📍 Fully Remote in the UK

Want to help shape the future of crypto trading?

This is a chance to join one of the world's leading crypto trading platforms and a team known for its cutting-edge low‑latency systems and lightning‑fast execution speeds.

They're looking for engineers who thrive in high‑performance, high‑ownership environments. You'll work alongside some of the brightest minds in trading tech, designing and building distributed C++ systems that handle massive throughput with ultra‑low latency.

If you've honed your craft in a fast‑paced, high‑frequency environment, this could be your next big move.

What they're looking for:

• Expert‑level C++ experience (ideally in trading, HFT or other low‑latency domains)
• Proven track record building high‑performance, highly available distributed systems
• Strong design and architecture skills
• Passion for solving complex technical problems in fast‑moving markets

💻 Tech: Modern C++, HFT principles, low‑latency infrastructure, high‑volume APIs, highly concurrent systems

Trading or crypto experience is a huge plus ⭐ but above all, they want ambitious engineers who are curious, proactive, and driven to push boundaries.

Apply to find out more about this opportunity ✅