Low-Latency C++ Engineer for Trading Systems

Luxoft; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Luxoft in Malaysia is seeking a skilled C++ developer to join our trading systems team. You will work on low-latency, high-assurance C++98/11 code, with modern C++14/17/20 elements as we port to a distributed platform.

The role emphasizes performance, robust testing, and close collaboration in a weekly sprint with global colleagues. Proficiency with Linux, GDB, and build tools like cmake is required, and a passion for systems programming is a plus.

Qualifications

• C++98 through C++11 minimum, prefer experience with 14, 17, and 20
• Strong algorithms and software engineering skills
• Good written and spoken English
• Ability to refactor code safely and efficiently
• Strong unit testing skills
• Linux
• gdb
• Willingness to do what is needed to get the job done
• Humility, and an ability to take code review constructive criticism well
• Willingness to perform code reviews for others in a constructive manner

Responsibilities

• Develop low-latency, optimized C++ code for trading systems.
• Participate in weekly sprints and daily standups.
• Work with Git, Jira, Gitlab, cmake, Nix, gcc, clang and related tools.
• Understand performance aspects like cache misses and context switches.
• Keep abreast of C++ standards and language evolution.

Skills

C++

GDB

Linux

Job description

Luxoft in Malaysia is seeking a skilled C++ developer to join our trading systems team. You will work on low-latency, high-assurance C++98/11 code, with modern C++14/17/20 elements as we port to a distributed platform.

The role emphasizes performance, robust testing, and close collaboration in a weekly sprint with global colleagues. Proficiency with Linux, GDB, and build tools like cmake is required, and a passion for systems programming is a plus.