C++ Developer

Cantor Fitzgerald; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cantor Fitzgerald in Hyderabad is seeking a senior C++ developer to design, build, and optimize low-latency trading systems. You will work with real-time market data, order processing, and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions.

The role emphasizes performance tuning, system design, and best practices, including unit tests and CI, in a fast-paced trading environment.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of C++ application development experience.
• Proficient in C++ with STL and algorithms.
• Experience with real-time market data and order processing systems.
• Familiarity with FIX Protocol and Linux-based development.
• Experience with Python for scripting.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable C++ code.
• Build high-performance applications for low latency trading environments.
• Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and implement solutions to optimize performance.
• Participate in requirement gathering, system design, and technical implementation.
• Maintain high standards of code quality, organization, and automation.
• Follow best practices including unit testing, code reviews, and continuous integration.
• Work with large volumes of real-time market data and order processing systems.
• Ensure efficient handling of data streams in high-frequency environments.
• Collaborate with clients, product teams, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

C++

STL

Data structures

Algorithms

C++ standards

Templates

Polymorphism

Networking

Linux

Real-time data

FIX Protocol

Python

Low latency

Job description

The C++ Developer will work closely with clients and cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable, and efficient solutions aligned with business expansion and evolving client requirements

Responsibilities

Application Development

• Design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable C++ code.
• Build high-performance applications for low latency trading environments.

Performance Optimization

• Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and implement solutions to optimize performance.
• Develop performance-critical modules ensuring minimal latency and high throughput.

System Design & Implementation

• Participate in requirement gathering, system design, and technical implementation.
• Contribute to scalable and resilient system architecture.

Code Quality & Best Practices

• Maintain high standards of code quality, organization, and automation.
• Follow best practices including unit testing, code reviews, and continuous integration.
• Work with large volumes of real-time market data and order processing systems.
• Ensure efficient handling of data streams in high-frequency environments.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with clients, product teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Act as a key contributor in delivering client-focused solutions.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of hands-on experience in C++ application development.
• Strong proficiency in C++, including STL containers and algorithms.
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design.
• Experience with modern C++ standards (C++11/14/17/20).
• Strong knowledge of templating and dynamic polymorphism.
• Familiarity with TCP/IP, UDP, and Multicast networking.
• Experience with Linux-based development environments.
• Experience handling real-time market data and order management systems.
  • Familiarity with FIX Protocol.
  • Experience with Python for scripting or tooling.

  • Exposure to low latency or high-frequency trading systems.

• Strong ownership and accountability mindset.
  • Ability to work in high-performance, fast-paced environments.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Job Info

• Job Identification 248182
• Posting Date 08/10/2026, 12:50 PM
• Locations 11 WeWork Krishe Emerald, Kondapur Main Road, Hyderabad, Telangana, 500081, IN