Software Engineer

Understanding Recruitment; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading crypto trading platform is seeking a Low Latency C++ Engineer to join their innovative team. This role focuses on designing and building high-performance distributed systems for crypto trading, ensuring ultra-low latency and high throughput. Ideal candidates will have expert-level C++ skills, a background in high-frequency trading, and a passion for solving complex challenges in fast-paced environments. Competitive salary of up to £185,000 plus bonuses and benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Expert-level C++ experience in trading or low-latency domains.
• Track record of building high-performance distributed systems.
• Strong design and architecture skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing and building distributed systems for crypto trading.
• Optimizing systems for ultra-low latency and high throughput.

Skills

C++ experience

Distributed systems

Problem-solving

HFT principles

Concurrency

Job description

Low Latency C++ Engineer | Crypto Trading Powerhouse

💰 Up to £185,000 DOE + RSCela + Bonus + Benefits

Want to help shape the future of crypto trading?

This is a chance to join one of the world’s leading crypto trading platforms and a team known for its cutting‑edge low‑latency systems and lightning‑fast execution speeds.

They’re looking for engineers who thrive in high‑performance, high‑ownership environments. You’ll work alongside some of the brightest minds in trading tech, designing and building distributed C++ systems that handle massive throughput with ultra‑low latency.

If you’ve honed your craft in a fast‑paced, high‑frequency environment, this could be your next big move.

What they’re looking for:

• Expert‑level C++ experience (ideally in trading, HFT or other low‑latency domains)
• Proven track record building high‑performance, highly available distributed systems
• Strong design and Worten architecture skills
• Passion for solving complex technical problems in fast‑moving markets

💻 Tech: Modern C++, HFT principles, low-latency infrastructure, high‑volume APIs, highly concurrent systems

Trading or crypto experience is a huge plus ⭐ but above all, they want ambitious engineers who are curious, proactive, and driven to push boundaries.

Apply to find out more about this opportunity ✅