C++ Engineer - Global Hedge Fund - $600k

Paragon Alpha - Hedge Fund Talent Business; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm based in Seattle is seeking a C++ Engineer to join their systematic investment team. The role involves developing and optimizing trading infrastructure for quantitative models. Ideal candidates will have expertise in C++ and strong communication skills for collaboration with team members in a fast-paced environment. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $250,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Expert in C++ required.
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with quantitative researchers and portfolio management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize infrastructure for quantitative trading models.
• Collaborate with front office staff and researchers.

Skills

C++ expertise

Communication skills

Job description

C++ Engineer - Global Hedge Fund

Location: Seattle, WA

Base Pay Range

$150,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr

About the Team

A small, collaborative, and entrepreneurial systematic investment team is seeking an experienced developer to join in building critical trading infrastructure.

Role Overview

The team is looking for a Quantitative Developer/Engineer as part of a portfolio‑management team primarily based in Seattle, with a focus on systematic trading opportunities in U.S. equity options. The primary focus will be on the development and subsequent optimization of infrastructure supporting the overall development and production of quantitative trading models.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate would be an expert in C++ with excellent communication skills to aid in working within front office with quantitative researchers and the senior portfolio manager.

Opportunities

The team is open to software engineers from a range of backgrounds, including tech and finance, so it is an excellent opportunity to move into the trading space. The client is also willing to pay an extremely competitive salary.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Finance

Industries

Financial Services, Investment Banking, and Investment Management