C++ Software Engineer

X4 Alpha; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

X4 Alpha is seeking a Core C++ Developer to join a top-tier trading firm. The role focuses on developing innovative, high-performance trading systems using modern C++. The ideal candidate will have a passion for systems-level programming and a robust understanding of networking and computing principles.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience with modern C++ (C++17/20).
• Knowledge of TCP/UDP and kernel bypass (DPDK, AF_XDP).
• Passionate about low-latency systems.

Responsibilities

• Build low-latency, high-performance trading systems.
• Work closely with traders and infrastructure engineers.
• Solve technical challenges in global finance.

Skills

C++

Networking

High-performance computing

Job description

This range is provided by X4 Alpha. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$200,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Direct message the job poster from X4 Alpha

Principal Consultant at X4 Alpha | HFT & Stat Arb | Prop & HF

Locations: NYC | London |

We're working with a top-tier trading firm (undisclosed) seeking a world-class Core C++ Developer to help build low-latency, high-performance trading systems. Ideal for engineers passionate about systems-level programming, high-performance computing, modern C++ (C++17/20). and crypto.

Key highlights:

• Networking: TCP/UDP, kernel bypass (DPDK, AF_XDP)
• Real-time, high-throughput environments
• Work closely with quants, traders & infra engineers

This is a rare opportunity to solve some of the hardest technical problems in global finance. You will be working on strategies from day one!

Interested or know someone exceptional?

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Information Technology

• Industries

  Investment Management and Financial Services

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