Graduate Low Latency C++ Software Developer

Eclipse Trading; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Mentorship

Collaborative culture

Flat structure

Work-life balance

Kitchen access

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Eclipse Trading in Hong Kong is seeking a Graduate to join the Low Latency C++ Software Development team. You will participate in an 8-week training program and work under an experienced mentor on real production systems.

The role centers on building high-performance Linux software for electronic trading, collaborating with Trading & Quant teams, and providing Tier 3 support. A solid computer science foundation and strong C++ skills are required, with excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Final-year student or recent graduate with a degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline.
• Experience with at least one server-side language (e.g., C++, C, C#, Java) and solid CS fundamentals.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, protocols, and architecture.
• Familiarity with or strong interest in Linux/Unix systems.
• Interest in financial markets and strong analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop low latency software for electronic trading on Linux
• Participate in code testing and reviews
• Collaborate with Trading & Quant teams to gather system requirements when necessary
• Provide Tier 3 application support

Skills

C++

C

C#

Java

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Linux

Job description

Graduate Low Latency C++ Software Developer | 2027 Intake

Location: Hong Kong

Eclipse Trading is a leading proprietary derivatives trading firm. Founded in 2007, we have over 120 employees across 4 office locations – Hong Kong (our HQ), Sydney, Shanghai and Chicago. Our trading expertise and strategies are deployed across several markets globally, focusing on various products including equity derivatives, delta one, ETFs, commodity derivatives, and cryptocurrency. Technology is inextricably linked to our trading strategies, creating an environment powered by intellectual curiosity, problem solving, and innovation.

The opportunity

The successful candidate will take part in a comprehensive 8-week training program and will learn under the guidance of an experienced mentor. Your work will be used in actual production, having a direct impact on our trading and market activities.

The Low Latency team is responsible for the firm’s market links and algorithmic trading. Our expertise in market structure coupled with the ability to process information correctly with extremely low latency is critical to the success of our trading. We are one of the top market makers and have one of the fastest software stacks in Asia.

Responsibilities and duties

• Develop low latency software for electronic trading on Linux
• Participate in code testing and reviews
• Collaborate with Trading & Quant teams to gather system requirements when necessary
• Provide Tier 3 application support

What you offer

• Final-year student or recent graduate with a degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline.
• Experience with at least one server-side language (e.g., C++, C, C#, Java) and solid Computer Science fundamentals.
• A strong understanding of networking fundamentals, protocols, and architecture.
• Familiarity with or a strong interest in Linux/Unix systems.
• Passion for financial markets (prior financial industry knowledge or experience is not required).
• Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to solve complex technical problems.
• Excellent command of both spoken and written English.

What we offer

On top of having the opportunity to work with one of the leading options market makers, we also offer the followings:

• Comprehensive 8-week training program
• Ongoing on-the-job training with an experienced mentor
• A collaborative culture with motivated, intelligent, and respectful colleagues
• A flat management structure, where everyone's voice is valued
• Work life balance within a multi-cultural environment
• Fully stocked kitchen for breakfast and lunch
• Attractive benefits package with discretionary bonus

Eclipse Trading is an equal opportunity employer and we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential pillars of our success as a company. We are dedicated to embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential.

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Due to the high number of responses that we receive, we are only able to respond to successful applicants.

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