Senior C++ Developer Linux - Market Data

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior C++ Developer to join their dynamic team in London. In this exciting role, you'll work on cutting-edge market data systems for high-frequency trading, tackling complex technical challenges while collaborating with a talented group. With a competitive salary package and the opportunity to work on Greenfield systems, this position offers continual learning and development opportunities. Enjoy the flexibility of working from home two days a week, alongside perks like free meals and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Free Breakfast

Free Lunch

Pension

25 Days Holiday

Continual Learning Opportunities

Qualifications

• Advanced C++ development skills including C++ 17 and multi-threading.
• Experience with low latency financial Market Data systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop low latency, high throughput C++ market data systems.
• Implement and maintain market data feed handlers and execution algorithms.

Skills

C++ Development

Linux OS

Multi-threading

Real-time Systems

Network Programming

C++ Optimisation

AWS

Computer Science Fundamentals

OOP

Design Patterns

Data Structures

Communication Skills

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior C++ Developer / Backend Software Engineer (C++ Linux) London / WFH to £300k+

Are you a backend focussed Software Developer / Engineer with C++ and Linux expertise?

You could be progressing your career in a senior, hands-on role at a global systematic trading firm.

As a Senior C++ Developer you will design, develop and optimise low latency, high throughput C++ market data systems for high frequency trading platforms. You'll be implementing and maintaining market data feed handlers, order entry systems and execution algorithms with a focus on reducing latency and ensuring the performance and reliability of trading systems.

There are many complex technical challenges, you'll be collaborating with a highly talented to solve problems and push what is possible.

Location / WFH:

You'll join colleagues based in high spec offices with free breakfast and lunch at the onsite restaurant, with flexibility to work from home two days a week.

About you:

• You have advanced C++ development skills including C++ 17, multi-threading, real-time systems and network programming
• You have experience of working on low latency financial Market Data systems
• You have a good understanding of C++ optimisation, ideally also have Template Metaprogramming knowledge
• You have a strong knowledge of Linux OS and distributed network architecture
• You have a good understanding of AWS
• You have a thorough knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals such as OOP, Design Patterns, Data Structures
• You're collaborative with excellent communication skills

What's in it for you:

As a Senior C++ Developer / Engineer (C++ Linux) you will earn a competitive package:

• Salary to £300k
• Pension
• 25 days holiday
• Opportunity to work on Greenfield systems at the cutting
• Continual learning and development opportunities