Low-Latency Trading Software Developer (C++/Python)

DRW; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

DRW in London is seeking a Software Developer to join a team of experienced technologists, quantitative researchers, and traders. You will contribute to the full tech stack, from hardware and software to grid computing, with immediate responsibility and mentoring.

Ideal candidates have a degree graduating between December 2026 and August 2027 and strong skills in C++, Java, or Python, plus experience with multi-threaded and real-time programming.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science, physics, mathematics, or related engineering discipline, graduating between December 2026 and August 2027.
• Excellent software development skills in modern C++, Java, or Python.
• Strong foundations in object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and deploy proprietary software such as trading strategy simulation software and low-latency systems.
• Analyze and tune system performance across the tech stack.
• Collaborate with experienced teammates to implement bespoke solutions balancing speed, features, and cost.

Skills

C++

Java

Python

Networking TCP/IP

Multithreading

Real-time programming

Education

CS/Physics/Math degree graduating Dec 2026–Aug 2027

Job description

DRW in London is seeking a Software Developer to join a team of experienced technologists, quantitative researchers, and traders. You will contribute to the full tech stack, from hardware and software to grid computing, with immediate responsibility and mentoring.

Ideal candidates have a degree graduating between December 2026 and August 2027 and strong skills in C++, Java, or Python, plus experience with multi-threaded and real-time programming.