Low-Latency C++ Trading Systems Engineer

Luxoft; Penang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Luxoft in Malaysia is seeking experienced C++ developers for a large US hedge fund to work on global trading systems and port them to a distributed platform. The codebase spans C++98 and modern C++17/20, as the team moves away from a monolithic setup towards distributed architecture.

The role emphasizes low-latency, robust C++, with a focus on performance and correctness. The team operates with weekly sprints and daily stand-ups via Zoom, using git, Jira, Gitlab, cmake, Nix, gcc, and clang.

Qualifications

• C++ from C++98 to C++11 minimum; preferring 14, 17, and 20
• Strong algorithms and software engineering skills
• Good written and spoken English
• Ability to refactor code safely and efficiently
• Willingness to do what is needed to get the job done
• Humility and openness to code review feedback
• Willingness to perform code reviews for others

Responsibilities

• Develop low-latency, optimized C++ components for trading systems
• Collaborate across global teams with weekly sprints and daily stand-ups
• Contribute to porting legacy systems to a distributed platform

Skills

C++

GDB

Tools

cmake

Gitlab

Git

Nix

gcc

clang

Jira

Job description

Luxoft in Malaysia is seeking experienced C++ developers for a large US hedge fund to work on global trading systems and port them to a distributed platform. The codebase spans C++98 and modern C++17/20, as the team moves away from a monolithic setup towards distributed architecture.

The role emphasizes low-latency, robust C++, with a focus on performance and correctness. The team operates with weekly sprints and daily stand-ups via Zoom, using git, Jira, Gitlab, cmake, Nix, gcc, and clang.