Software Developer

Pioneering People; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of trading systems in London seeks a skilled Software Developer (C++) to join their team. The hybrid role involves developing high-quality software for low-latency trading systems. Candidates should possess strong C++ capabilities and a solid understanding of data structures and algorithms, with an excellent salary and benefits on offer.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Private medical & dental insurance

Gympass membership

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Motivation to understand financial data for trading.
• Proven experience in development and deployment.

Responsibilities

• Working on low-latency products and trading exchanges.
• Collaborating with teams across different time zones.
• Debugging active production systems.

Skills

C++

Concurrent programming techniques

Data structures

Algorithms

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Linux development environment

Python

Debugging

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors or master’s degree in computer science

Tools

vim

gdb

make

valgrind

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Software Developer (C++) – London – Competitive Salary, Bonus & Great Benefits

A Software Developer is needed to join the team at this leading provider of trading systems based in London on a full-time basis

This is a hybrid role that requires working 3 days per week from their City of London office.

Our client is a pioneer in multi-asset trading technology tailored to your needs. Due to continued growth, they are now looking for a mid-level, skilled C++ developer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with low-latency products and trading exchanges.

Requirements:

• Bachelors or master’s degree in computer science (or related field).
• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Proficient in C++ (Concurrent programming techniques: Shared memory, Atomics and lock-free data structures)
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Working knowledge of Linux C++ development environment: vim, gdb, make, valgrind etc.
• Experience working in Linux Environments with good command of shell, python, awk, sed
• Motivation to understand/develop an understanding of various financial data elements and how they are used for trading
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and demonstrate passion for developing high-quality software.
• Proven experience in hands-on development and deployment of significant components into production environments.
• Strong analytical and debugging skills to support active production systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective internal and external client communication.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives concurrently.
• Proficiency in collaborating with distributed users and development teams across different time zones.

What We Offer:

• An excellent salary of between £40,000 and £90,000 depending on experience.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Private medical & dental insurance.
• Gympass membership.

Ready to push your career along with this exciting Software Developer role? Apply today and help our client build the future of trading systems!