Core C++ Developer (HFT Crypto)

Venture Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Venture Search is assisting a global trading firm in New York seeking an exceptional Core C++ Developer to build ultra-low-latency trading infrastructure and optimise execution speed. You will work on high-performance C/C++ code, networking, multi-threaded systems, and real-time risk management, collaborating with quants, traders, and infra engineers to sustain continuous trading operations.

The role emphasizes robust, scalable components and deep mastery of Linux and performance tuning in a

Qualifications

• Expert-level proficiency in C++, with modern C++ features (C++17/20/23/26).
• Extensive experience in low-latency, high-performance systems programming.
• Deep understanding of networking (TCP/UDP), concurrency, and multi-threading.
• Strong experience with Linux-based development and performance tuning.
• Proven experience with real-time, high-throughput systems where performance is critical.
• Background in cryptocurrency or traditional financial trading systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimise low-latency, high-performance trading infrastructure using modern C++ and the latest standards.
• Implement efficient and scalable trading algorithms, order execution, and risk management systems.
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of exchange connectivity standards for market data and order entry.
• Optimise CPU performance, memory management, and multi-threaded applications.
• Collaborate with quantitative researchers, traders, and infrastructure engineers to improve system performance.
• Profile, benchmark, and debug real-time systems to minimise latency and maximise throughput.
• Develop and maintain robust and fault-tolerant system components that support continuous trading operations.

Skills

C++

Modern C++

Low-latency

Networking

Linux

Multi-threading

Performance tuning

Trading systems

Real-time systems

Job description

Our client is a global trading firm focused on systematic trading and venture investing within the digital assets space.

Overview

Our client is seeking an exceptional Core C++ Developer to contribute to the development and optimisation of high-performance trading systems. The role focuses on building ultra-low-latency infrastructure, optimising execution speed, and ensuring robust system reliability. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in modern C/C++, systems programming, and high-performance computing.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimise low-latency, high-performance trading infrastructure using modern C/C++ and the latest standards.
• Implement efficient and scalable trading algorithms, order execution, and risk management systems.
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of exchange connectivity standards for market data and order entry.
• Optimise CPU performance, memory management, and multi-threaded applications.
• Collaborate with quantitative researchers, traders, and infrastructure engineers to continuously improve system performance.
• Profile, benchmark, and debug real-time systems to minimise latency and maximise throughput.
• Develop and maintain robust and fault-tolerant system components that support continuous trading operations.

Required Qualifications

• Expert-level proficiency in C++, with a strong understanding of modern C++ features (C++17/20/23/26).
• Extensive experience in low-latency, high-performance systems programming.
• Deep understanding of networking (TCP/UDP), concurrency, and multi-threading.
• Strong experience with Linux-based development and performance tuning.
• Proven experience working with real-time, high-throughput systems where performance is critical.
• Background in cryptocurrency or traditional financial trading systems.

Soft Skills & Culture Fit

• Candidates from top-tier institutions or those recognised as domain experts are preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work effectively in high-pressure, real-time environments.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys solving complex engineering problems.

Our Client's Culture

Our client is a close-knit team that values:

• High ownership and initiative.
• Curiosity, intellectual honesty, and a commitment to rapid learning.
• Clear and direct communication.
• Working collaboratively towards shared goals, with an emphasis on no ego and no politics.