Remote Windows C++ Backend Engineer – Low-Latency Networking

Client Server; Remote; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global market data provider is seeking a skilled C++ Developer / Backend Software Engineer for a remote role within the UK. This 12-month Fixed Term Contract offers a salary of up to £70k plus benefits. You will work with an Agile team on Exchange Connectivity systems that require low latency and high scalability. Ideal candidates will have strong C / C++ skills on Windows, with solid knowledge of networking protocols and Computer Science fundamentals. A collaborative mindset is essential.

Benefits

Salary up to £70k + bonus

25 days holiday

Pension

Life Assurance and Income protection

Private Medical and Dental care

Gym subsidy and wellness apps

Cycle to work scheme

Ability to buy stock options

Family leave and sabbaticals

Continuous training and career development

Qualifications

• Experience in C / C++ development on Windows OS.
• Knowledge of full software development lifecycle.
• Strong grounding in multi-threading, OOP, Data Structures, and Design Patterns.

Responsibilities

• Join an Agile team focused on Exchange Connectivity software systems.
• Maintain data feeds and develop transport protocols for data transmission.
• Ensure high scalability and low latency in data handling.

Skills

C / C++ development skills

Networking protocols (TCP / IP, multicast)

Computer Science fundamentals

Collaboration and communication skills

Job description

A global market data provider is seeking a skilled C++ Developer / Backend Software Engineer for a remote role within the UK. This 12-month Fixed Term Contract offers a salary of up to £70k plus benefits. You will work with an Agile team on Exchange Connectivity systems that require low latency and high scalability. Ideal candidates will have strong C / C++ skills on Windows, with solid knowledge of networking protocols and Computer Science fundamentals. A collaborative mindset is essential.