Senior C++ Quantitative Developer - Ultra High Frequency Trading- Leading Quant & Systematic Fu[...]

Oxford Knight; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading high-frequency trading firm in London is seeking a Senior C++ Quantitative Developer passionate about high-performance systems. This role offers an opportunity to collaborate with top professionals and work on challenging projects in algorithm development and hardware optimization, ensuring exceptional market performance.

Benefits

Market-leading compensation including bonus and sign-on

Innovative working environment

Career growth opportunities

Work-life balance with hybrid options

Qualifications

• 5+ years C++ experience with emphasis on low-level programming.
• Expertise in CPU architecture, memory management, and multithreading.
• Experience in high-frequency trading and market order execution systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with developers to design and optimize trading algorithms.
• Focus on CPU cache optimization and low-latency systems.
• Lead initiatives to enhance trading infrastructure.

Skills

C++

Low-level programming

Metaprogramming

CPU architecture

Memory management

Multithreading

Linux

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Testing skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering

Job description

Senior C++ Quantitative Developer - Ultra High Frequency Trading

Location: London

Established HFT firm seeking an experienced C++ developer passionate about high-performance, low-latency systems. The role of 'Senior Quantitative Developer' offers the chance to work with top professionals on challenging technical projects, including low-latency C++ development, HFT algorithm development, and hardware optimization.

About the Role:

• Collaborate with a team of developers and quantitative experts to design, develop, and optimize ultra-low-latency trading algorithms.
• Focus on CPU cache optimization, memory management, and threading, requiring a strong foundation in high-performance programming and systems architecture.
• Work closely with FPGA systems and lead initiatives to enhance trading infrastructure, contributing to client and investor success.

Role Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of C++ experience, emphasizing low-level programming and metaprogramming for high-performance applications
• Expertise in CPU architecture, memory management, multithreading, and Linux systems
• Experience with high-frequency trading or market order execution systems
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and testing skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset

What's On Offer:

• Market-leading compensation: Bonus, sign-on, and extensive benefits
• Innovative environment: Emphasis on creativity, experimentation, and technical excellence
• Career growth: Opportunities to lead initiatives and mentor talent
• Work-life balance: Hybrid working and flexibility initiatives

Contact

If interested or seeking more information, contact:

Alex Betteridge

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linkedin.com/in/alex-betteridge-08364453