Software Engineer - High Performance Market Data- Tech-Driven Global Investment Manager

eFinancialCareers; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quant and systematic hedge fund is seeking a Software Developer with C/C++ expertise to develop trading infrastructure for global frameworks. The role involves collaboration with quant researchers and requires a strong grasp of code optimization. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic atmosphere and deliver high-quality work.

Benefits

Market-leading compensation + generous benefits

Relaxed, friendly culture with regular socials

Great opportunity in a tech-driven environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years' C/C++ development experience on Linux.
• 3+ years' understanding of code optimization and high performing applications.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related.

Responsibilities

• Create, implement and test front-to-back trading infrastructure.
• Collaborate closely with quant researchers and technologists.
• Ensure consistency and maximize re-use of software globally.

Skills

C/C++ development

Code optimization

High performance applications

Python

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related

Advanced degree in Mathematics or Computer Engineering (MSc)

Job description

Summary:

My client is a leading quant and systematic hedge fund, leveraging their deep knowledge of trading, technology and operations to deliver high-quality, uncorrelated returns. Seeking a Software Developer with C/C++ experience to join the team in London.

Your main responsibility is to create, implement and test front-to-back trading infrastructure for global frameworks for algorithmic trading, real-time risk management, market connectivity, trade reporting and trade surveillance. To do this, you'll collaborate closely with quant researchers and other technologist to ensure consistency and maximize re-use of software globally.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment, capable of delivering high quality work in collaboration with colleagues across the globe.

Requirements:

• 3+ years' C/C++ development experience on Linux
• 3+ years' understanding of code optimization and high performing applications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related subject

Desirable:

• Experience with order management, exchange connectivity or market data handling for Equities, FX or fixed income products
• Advanced degree in Mathematics or Computer Engineering (MSc)
• Python, SQL and/or scripting experience
• Interest in automated trading systems. Knowledge of trading, settlement and/or market interfaces considered

Benefits:

• Great opportunity to be part of a tech-driven environment with close collaboration between desks
• Market-leading compensation + generous benefits
• Relaxed, friendly culture, with a regular socials

Contact
If you would like to know more about this position, please do not hesitate to get in touch!

Mike McLoughlin
[e-mail]
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelmcloughlin00/