Technical Lead : C++ Algo / Electronic Trading - Global Energy Company

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy company seeks a Technical Lead in C++ with a strong background in Algorithmic Trading. This role involves leading a team to innovate and enhance the trading system within a fast-evolving renewables sector, contributing significantly to the company's transition from traditional oil and gas operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years experience in Algorithmic/Electronic Trading Systems.
• Deep expertise in C/C++ and Architecture.
• Track record in high-performance Trading Systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of C++ developers in building the next-generation trading system.
• Work closely with Electronic Market Making/Trading Business.
• Enhance trading capabilities within a premier software development project.

Skills

Algorithmic Trading

C/C++ Programming

Systems Design

Performance Optimization

Communication

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Technical Lead : C++ Algo / Electronic Trading - Global Energy Company, london (city of london)

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Eaglecliff Recruitment

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london (city of london), United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Exciting opportunity for a C++ Technical Lead with an Algo / Electronic Trading background to join this Global Energy Company.

This is an exciting time to be joining this world-leading company as they transform themselves from a traditional Oil & Gas company into a leading name within the Renewables sector. This includes the creation of an already highly successful new Power Trading desk within the Energy Trading team as well as new ventures into various innovative solutions around the supply of Renewables including wind farms, electric vehicle charging, solar panel heating and battery storage. These innovative solutions provide opportunities for exceptionally highly talented individuals to contribute to the success of this transition where you will be working with some of the best people in the industry working on new and ground-breaking initiatives utilising the very latest technology.

This role is working in one of the company’s premier software development projects enhancing trading capabilities.

You will be leading a team of highly skilled C++ developers in a self-contained team working closely with the Electronic Market Making / Trading Business to build the next generation trading system.

Skills Required:

• Minimum 5-10 years of experience contributing to Algorithmic / Electronic / Real Time Trading Systems

• Deep expertise in C/C++ Programming, Systems Design, Architecture, Distributed Systems, DSA, Performance and Latency Optimisation

• Track record of significant contribution to high-performance and sophisticated Algorithmic / Electronic / Real Time Trading Systems

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to drive technical agenda, lead a team, and influence business stakeholders

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