Low-Latency Quant Developer for US Markets

Ambition Recruitment; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial software company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a skilled developer to create and optimize low-latency trading systems using C++ and Python. The role requires strong technical skills in real-time data processing and a solid understanding of market microstructures. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Computer Science or Engineering and several years of experience in trading systems or HPC environments. The position also involves collaboration with quant researchers to integrate strategies into production systems.

Qualifications

• Expert-level proficiency in C++17/20 and Python programming.
• 3-7 years experience in low-latency trading systems or HPC environments.
• Strong understanding of market microstructure for US equities and crypto.

Responsibilities

• Build ultra-low latency trading systems for US equities and crypto markets.
• Optimize performance for sub-millisecond trading operations.
• Integrate trading strategies with quant researchers.

Skills

C++ programming

Python programming

Multi-threading

Lockfree data structures

Template metaprogramming

Low-latency optimizations

Market microstructure knowledge

Event-driven architectures

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Computer Science

Electrical Engineering

Related field

Tools

Linux systems programming

CMake

Bazel

gperf

perf

valgrind

Job description

A financial software company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a skilled developer to create and optimize low-latency trading systems using C++ and Python. The role requires strong technical skills in real-time data processing and a solid understanding of market microstructures. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Computer Science or Engineering and several years of experience in trading systems or HPC environments. The position also involves collaboration with quant researchers to integrate strategies into production systems.