Kdb+/q - Trading Systems Developer

CPS Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS Inc. invites passionate developers to join our NYC-based HFT team focused on building ultra-fast kdb+/q trading systems. You will design, implement, and optimize real-time data processing and analytics pipelines to support high-frequency strategies across global markets.

Key responsibilities include maintaining high-performance kdb+/q applications, collaborating with traders and researchers, and driving continuous improvements to latency and system stability.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in kdb+/q development.
• Experience with real-time data streaming and analytics.
• Background in ultra-low-latency trading systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain kdb+/q applications for trading.
• Optimize performance to achieve ultra-low-latency execution.
• Collaborate with quantitative researchers and traders.
• Handle real-time data ingestion and processing.
• Support, troubleshoot, and document the system.

Skills

kdb+/q

Low-latency

Real-time data

Trading systems

Job description

Kdb+/q Developer for NYC-Based High-Frequency Trading (HFT) Firm

Are you a talented and passionate developer with expertise in kdb+/q seeking an exciting opportunity in the heart of the financial capital of the world? Join our NYC-based High-Frequency Trading (HFT) firm as a Kdb+/q Developer and be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology in the fast-paced world of algorithmic trading. As a key member of our technology team, you will play a crucial role in designing, building, and optimizing ultra-low-latency trading systems to execute high-frequency strategies on global financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain kdb+/q applications: Utilize your proficiency in kdb+/q to design and implement high-performance trading applications, data processing pipelines, and analytics tools.
• Optimize performance: Continuously fine-tune and optimize the performance of trading systems to achieve ultra-low-latency data processing and execution.
• Collaborate with trading teams: Work closely with quantitative researchers and traders to understand their requirements and implement solutions that meet their needs efficiently and accurately.
• Real-time data handling: Implement real-time data streaming and processing capabilities to handle large volumes of financial market data with low latency.
• Support and troubleshooting: Actively monitor trading systems, identify and resolve issues promptly, and ensure system stability and uptime.
• Research and innovation: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in kdb+/q and HFT technologies, and proactively suggest improvements and innovations to enhance trading strategies and system performance.
• Data integration: Integrate data from various sources, including exchanges, brokers, and other third-party providers, into the trading infrastructure.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of the codebase, system architecture, and development processes to facilitate knowledge sharing and team collaboration.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of a prominent NYC-based HFT firm, working on state-of-the-art trading systems in a fast-paced and intellectually stimulating environment. If you are an ambitious developer with a passion for the financial markets and cutting-edge technology, we invite you to join our team and be part of our continued success. #LI-RO1