Senior Software Engineer

Thurn Partners; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global quantitative trading firm is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in C++. You will build and optimize real-time market data systems that support trading and research. The ideal candidate has a strong academic background in a relevant field, proven experience in C++ and market data processing, and demonstrated leadership in engineering practices. Join the team to innovate and enhance critical trading infrastructure in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in a relevant field is essential.
• Proficiency in C++ and other object-oriented languages required.
• Experience with tick-by-tick market data processing is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance real-time market data and distribution pipelines.
• Design high-performance, distributed software systems for market data.
• Champion engineering best practices.

Skills

C++

Object-oriented programming (C#, Java)

Performance analysis

Collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Linux

Python

Shell scripting

Job description

Senior Software Engineer (C++) – Real-Time Market Data Systems

A leading global quant trading firm is looking for a senior software engineer experienced in market data processing to help evolve the firm's real-time market data platform - a critical system that supports both trading and research operations across the firm.

Company Insight

The firm develops and applies systematic strategies across diverse markets and asset classes with a mission of combining advanced research and cutting-edge technology to identify market inefficiencies and deliver long-term results.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance real-time market data and distribution pipelines spanning global markets and multiple asset classes.
• Design and optimise high-performance, distributed software systems for processing market data at scale.
• Champion engineering best practices and innovation.
• Serve as a technical leader in market data systems.
• Apply data-driven performance analysis to streamline workflows and improve system efficiency.

Requirements

• Strong academic background in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in C++ and experience with additional object-oriented languages (C#, Java).
• Understanding and experience working in Linux environment.
• Experience using Python, Shell, or similar scripting tools for automation and data processing.
• Proven experience with tick-by-tick market data processing.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, with a track record of effective cross-functional teamwork.