C++ Software Engineer

Tardis Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Tardis Group partners with a globally recognised quantitative trading firm to recruit a C++ Software Engineer. You will join a high-performance core engineering team building systems that connect trading strategies to global financial markets.

This role suits engineers who thrive in low-latency, high-throughput environments, solving complex technical challenges at scale while maintaining reliability and robust performance across a global platform.

Qualifications

• C++ software engineering experience required.
• Strong foundations in data structures, algorithms and OOP.
• Proven ability to write highly optimised, scalable code.
• Experience working in performance-critical or low-latency environments (trading experience is advantageous).
• Desirable: Linux networking and scripting skills; exposure to distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Design high-performance trading systems interfacing with global exchanges.
• Develop low-latency infrastructure for market data capture and order execution.
• Optimise systems using advanced networking and systems programming techniques.
• Build platforms for historical data access and large-scale trading simulations.
• Create analytical tools to identify patterns and improve trading strategies.
• Develop risk management and performance monitoring systems.

Skills

C++

Data structures

Algorithms

OOP

Low-latency

Problem solving

Tools

Linux

TCP/IP

UDP

Python

Shell scripting

Job description

I am partnered with a globally recognised quantitative trading firm that has spent over two decades building a reputation for innovation, performance, and cutting-edge technology. Operating at the forefront of electronic trading, the firm combines world-class engineering with advanced research to identify and capitalise on unique market opportunities.

The business fosters a highly collaborative yet autonomous environment, where small, high-impact teams are empowered to design and deliver sophisticated trading strategies, supported by a powerful global platform.

As a C++ Software Engineer, you’ll join a high-performing core engineering team responsible for building and enhancing the systems that connect trading strategies to global financial markets.

This is a role for engineers who thrive in low-latency, high-performance environments and enjoy solving complex technical challenges at scale.

Day-to-day:

• Designing and building high-performance trading systems that interface with global exchanges
• Developing low-latency infrastructure for market data capture and order execution
• Optimising systems using advanced network and systems programming techniques
• Building platforms for historical data access and large-scale trading simulations
• Creating analytical tools to identify patterns and improve trading strategies
• Developing risk management and performance monitoring systems

Requirements:

• C++ software engineering experience
• Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming
• Proven ability to write highly optimised, scalable code
• Experience working in performance-critical or low-latency environments (trading experience is advantageous)
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting

(Desirable, not essential):

• Experience with Linux systems and network programming (TCP/IP, UDP)
• Familiarity with Python or shell scripting
• Exposure to distributed systems or high-throughput environments