Chief Architect, Low-Latency Trading Platform

Fionics; New York (NY); On-site; USD 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Fionics in New York is seeking a Head of Platform Engineering to own the architectural direction of high-frequency trading systems. You will modernise the stack, lead a hands-on engineering team, and stay actively coding alongside traders to align with firm priorities.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in HFT environments, deep C++ expertise, and a track record of end-to-end system ownership from conception to production.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in low-latency trading systems.
• Experience owning systems end-to-end.
• Relocation to New York preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define architecture and technical direction for trading systems.
• Modernise and evolve low-latency C++ codebase.
• Lead and mentor engineering team.
• Stay hands-on and write production code.
• Collaborate with traders and founder on priorities.

Skills

C++

Low-latency

Team leadership

System ownership

Job description

Fionics in New York is seeking a Head of Platform Engineering to own the architectural direction of high-frequency trading systems. You will modernise the stack, lead a hands-on engineering team, and stay actively coding alongside traders to align with firm priorities.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in HFT environments, deep C++ expertise, and a track record of end-to-end system ownership from conception to production.