New Trading Team's 1st C++ Quant Developer | HFT

Augmentti; Greater London; On-site; GBP 500,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an elite global trading firm as the first quant developer for a new trading team in London. This unique opportunity allows you to build a trading platform from the ground up, leveraging your expertise in C++ and low-latency coding. You will collaborate closely with a brilliant PM, shaping both technology and team culture in an exciting startup-like environment without the associated risks. With exceptional financial upside potential and the chance to innovate, this role is perfect for those eager to make a significant impact in high-frequency trading.

Qualifications

• Expertise in modern C++ and low-latency code for trading systems.
• Strong understanding of trading systems and collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

• Build an entire trading platform from scratch with autonomy.
• Optimize system performance for high-frequency trading.

Skills

C++

Low-latency coding

Understanding of trading systems

Collaboration

Job description

New Trading Team's 1st C++ Quant Developer | HFT

Are you ready to be part of something truly special as the first quant developer for a brand-new trading team?

In short: We’re working with an elite global trading firm known for its success in high-frequency trading (HFT) but operating under the radar. They’re setting up a brand-new trading desk in London, led by a top PM with a proven track record. This is a rare opportunity to be the first quant developer on the team and help shape the future of their trading stack with the freedom to innovate while sharing in the potential for massive rewards.

What makes this unique?

• Exceptional Financial Upside: Think big – you’re looking at compensation in the range of £500k, £750k, £1m+ as the team scales. This is your chance to join at the ground level and share in the upside of building an entire business.
• Build from Scratch: You’ll have the autonomy to create an entire trading platform from the ground up, leveraging the firm’s core infrastructure while optimizing system performance for high-frequency, low-latency trading.
• Work with a Humble Leader: You’ll work closely with a brilliant PM who has a strong technical background and a pragmatic, collaborative approach.
• Exciting, Startup Vibe – Without the Risk: This is a rare blend of startup excitement backed by the stability of a firm with a long track record of success in the global trading space.
• No Tech Tests – Just Real Conversations: The process is designed to be a two-way street, with no leetcodes or timed tests.

What You’ll Bring:

• Expertise in Modern C++: You’re an expert in C++ and can write low-latency code that powers high-performance trading systems.
• Understanding of Trading Systems: You understand trading systems better than most.
• Passion for Building: You’re excited by the opportunity to build something from the ground up.
• Collaborative Spirit: You’ll work closely with the PM day-to-day, shaping not just the technology but the team culture.

Hit apply or drop me a note to find out more!

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology, Engineering, and Finance

Industries

• Software Development, Financial Services, and Investment Management