Senior Software Engineer (C/C++)

CONFINEX TECHNOLOGIES SDN. BHD.; George Town; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge financial technology firm in Penang is seeking a skilled developer to design and optimize high-performance trading systems. The ideal candidate has strong proficiency in modern C++, experience with multithreading and network programming, and a passion for solving complex problems. This role offers exceptional compensation, performance-based bonuses, and a vibrant work environment with a tight-knit team.

Benefits

Exceptional compensation

Performance-based bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid vacations and daily lunch

Car park subsidy

Lifestyle perks

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in modern C++ and/or C.
• Experience with multithreading, network programming, or real-time systems is a plus.
• Passion for performance, clean code, and solving complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize high-performance trading systems in C++/C.
• Collaborate with traders and engineers to implement new strategies and features.
• Work on low-latency networking, real-time data processing, and system reliability.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and performance tuning.

Skills

C++ (modern standards)

Multithreading

Network programming

Real-time systems

Job description

At Confinex Technologies, we are redefining the future of financial markets. As a cutting-edge financial technology firm, we specialize in building and operating High-Frequency Trading (HFT) systems that power lightning-fast trading across the globe.

We are the technology center of a global HFT firm with a presence in major financial hubs like Chicago, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Our systems connect to some of the world’s most prominent stock exchanges, and we leverage modern C++ and Python to build ultra-low-latency, high-performance trading infrastructure.

Our Penang office, located in the heart of George Town, offers panoramic sea views and a vibrant, collaborative work environment that blends innovation with the city’s rich cultural heritage.

Meet the Team

Our team is small, elite, and laser-focused. You’ll work alongside seasoned engineers and traders with deep expertise in financial systems, algorithmic trading, and software performance optimization. We believe in mentorship, autonomy, and continuous learning.

We’re not just coders—we’re problem solvers, system thinkers, and performance chasers.

What You’ll Do

Design, develop, and optimize high-performance trading systems in C++/ C.

Collaborate with traders and engineers to implement new strategies and features.

Work on low-latency networking, real-time data processing, and system reliability.

Contribute to architectural decisions and performance tuning.

What We’re Looking For

Strong proficiency in C++ (modern standards) and/or C.

Experience with multithreading, network programming, or real-time systems is a plus.

Passion for performance, clean code, and solving complex problems.

Self-driven, curious, and eager to grow in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

Exceptional compensation and performance-based bonuses.

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Paid vacations and daily lunch provided.

Car park subsidy and other lifestyle perks.

A tight-knit team where your work has real impact.