Senior C++ Engineer - AVP

Citigroup Inc.; Belfast; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services company located in Belfast is seeking an Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst. This role involves C++ development for ultra-low latency market data platforms and providing support for electronic trading systems. Candidates should have strong experience in application development on Linux, familiarity with containerization, and proficiency in various tools including JIRA and Git. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial experience developing applications/systems in C++ on Linux.
• Proven ability in system analysis and programming.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and troubleshoot complex issues.

Responsibilities

• C++ development for the Global Market Data platform.
• Design and implement new system functionality.
• Provide ongoing support for deployed market data systems.

Skills

C++ development

Ultra-low latency solutions

Containerization (OpenShift)

Agile methodology

Unit testing/code reviews

JIRA

Confluence

GIT

uDeploy

Education

Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Perl/Shell Scripting

Network protocols (Multicast/TCP/IP)

Job description

The Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst is an intermediate level position responsible for participation in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Key Responsibilities

• C++ development for the Global Market Data platform, focusing on ultra-low latency solutions.
• Design and implement new system functionality and coordinate mandatory exchange changes.
• Enhance application functionality to support electronic trading needs.
• Provide ongoing support for deployed market data systems.

Desired Skills (preferred)

• Experience building ultra-low latency market data platforms (e.g., VELA, exchange protocols like ITCH, FIX).
• Working knowledge of containerization (OpenShift), agile methodology, and unit testing/code reviews.
• Familiarity with algorithmic/electronic trading, financial industry, and Equities products.
• Proficiency with JIRA, Confluence, GIT, and uDeploy.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial experience developing Applications/systems in C++ on Linux.
• Proven ability in system analysis, programming.
• Experience with Perl/Shell Scripting, network protocols (Multicast/TCP/IP), and functional testing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, troubleshoot complex issues, and communicate effectively with diverse teams.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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