Software Engineer (On Desk) - Trading Developer - Systematic Strategies | London (Hybrid) | Hig[...]

Energy Jobline ZR; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global trading firm based in London is looking for a Trading Developer to enhance their core trading platform. This role involves building and managing complex systems, with a focus on modern C++. The ideal candidate has substantial C++ experience and a background in systematic trading, as well as strong problem-solving skills. Collaboration with researchers is key in this high-impact position within a small team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience building complex, high-performance systems in C++.
• Exposure to systematic trading environments.
• Strong problem-solving ability and autonomy in project management.
• Willingness to collaborate closely with researchers.
• Python skills for system integration and prototyping.

Responsibilities

• Join a tight-knit team of trading technologists.
• Take ownership of the primary systematic trading platform.
• Contribute to the transition to modern C++.
• Manage the full lifecycle of mission-critical systems.
• Emphasize deep domain knowledge and technical excellence.

Skills

C++

Problem-solving

Python

Systematic trading experience

Job description

Job Description

We are partnered with a leading global trading firm that has been operating for decades at the intersection of markets, technology, and innovation. With offices across North America, Europe, and Asia, they bring together world‑class engineers and researchers to solve some of the most complex challenges in systematic trading.

Their London-based systematic team is expanding and seeking a Trading Developer to play a pivotal role in building and enhancing their core trading platform. This is a high‑impact role within a small, elite group where your contributions will be felt immediately across the business.

The Role

• Join a tight‑knit team of trading technologists (currently 2 in London, with further growth planned in the US), working directly alongside researchers and trading leads.
• Take full ownership of the firm’s primary systematic trading platform, ensuring stability and scalability across all components — market data, execution, and trading algorithms.
• Play a central role in the ongoing transition to modern C++ , while still contributing to Python systems and integrations.
• Tackle the full lifecycle: design, development, testing, deployment, and support — building mission‑critical systems that trade globally, 24/7.
• Work in an environment where deep domain knowledge and technical excellence are equally valued.

What They’re Looking For

• Proven experience building complex, high‑performance systems in C++ (deep, practical knowledge — not just theoretical).
• Exposure to systematic trading environments (front‑to‑back awareness: data ingestion, strategy implementation, execution, and risk).
• Strong problem‑solving ability, with the autonomy to drive projects end‑to‑end.
• Willingness to work closely with researchers, contributing to strategy development and operational excellence.
• Python skills are beneficial, especially for bridging systems and rapid prototyping.

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