Director, Software Development - C++

Prestige Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Prestige Staffing seeks a Director of Software Development - C++ to lead the architecture and development of high-performance, low-latency trading systems in a regulated financial environment. You will mentor engineers, set standards, and drive technical excellence across multiple teams in NYC.

You will shape strategy, manage budgets and vendors, and ensure reliability and regulatory compliance for critical trading infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 15+ years of software engineering experience, with significant expertise in C/C++ on Linux.
• 5+ years in senior engineering leadership roles managing multiple teams.
• Proven experience designing and owning large-scale, high-performance, low-latency systems.
• Deep knowledge of data structures, algorithms, systems programming, and network protocols (TCP/IP, Multicast).
• Hands-on experience with multithreading and real-time systems.
• Familiarity with scripting, automation, and AI-assisted coding tools.
• Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Experience within regulated financial environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own and direct the end-to-end architecture and development of NYSE's trading systems.
• Lead, mentor, and build high-performing engineering teams.
• Translate business objectives into technical strategies and execution plans.
• Establish and enforce engineering standards, best practices, and performance metrics.
• Drive technical innovation and evaluate emerging technologies.
• Oversee operational reliability, incident management, and systemic improvements.
• Manage budgets, resources, and vendor relationships.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and executive leadership to align on strategic goals.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and system availability for mission-critical trading infrastructure.

Skills

C/C++

Linux

Data structures

Algorithms

Multithreading

Real-time systems

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Regulated finance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Scripting

Automation tools

AI-assisted coding tools

Job description

Summary

An exceptional opportunity to lead the development of a high-performance, low-latency trading platform. The role demands strategic oversight of system architecture, engineering leadership, and operational excellence in a mission-critical, regulated financial services setting. The Director will manage and mentor engineering teams, influence technical strategy, and ensure system reliability and scalability for cutting-edge equity and options trading systems.

Job Title

Director, Software Development - C++

Pay

$250,000 - $275,000 USD

Location

NYC

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
• 15+ years of software engineering experience, with significant expertise in C/C++ on Linux
• 5+ years in senior engineering leadership roles managing multiple teams
• Proven experience designing and owning large-scale, high-performance, low-latency systems
• Deep knowledge of data structures, algorithms, systems programming, and network protocols (TCP/IP, Multicast)
• Hands-on experience with multithreading and real-time systems
• Familiarity with scripting, automation, and AI-assisted coding tools
• Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and stakeholder communication skills
• Experience within regulated financial environments is preferred

Responsibilities

• Own and direct the end-to-end architecture and development of NYSE's trading systems
• Lead, mentor, and build high-performing engineering teams
• Translate business objectives into technical strategies and execution plans
• Establish and enforce engineering standards, best practices, and performance metrics
• Drive technical innovation and evaluate emerging technologies
• Oversee operational reliability, incident management, and systemic improvements
• Manage budgets, resources, and vendor relationships
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and executive leadership to align on strategic goals
• Ensure regulatory compliance and system availability for mission-critical trading infrastructure

Benefits

• Lead a visible team of 6-10 engineers, influencing key trading technology initiatives
• Competitive salary in the range of $250,000 to $275,000
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, 401(k), and paid time off

Onsite