Low-Latency Software Engineer (C++/Python)

Zapier Inc.; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantiq in Austin, TX seeks a Software Developer to design, optimize, and maintain core applications and infrastructure. You will work with a team of developers on low-latency programming, concurrency, memory optimization, and careful code design to push systems to peak performance.

You will write high-quality C++ or Python, document architecture decisions, profile code, and debug legacy systems while collaborating across teams in a fast-paced, intellectually demanding environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Software Development, preferably in low-latency or performance-sensitive environments.
• Familiarity with network protocols, packet analysis, and optimization techniques for low-latency systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Python and/or C++.
• Excellent communication skills within a collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated ability to respond promptly and accurately in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong skills in solving complex mathematical and coding challenges.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop low-latency applications in C++ and Python, with precise tuning of memory usage, CPU affinity, and hardware interactions
• Document code intricacies, architecture decisions, and optimization strategies to foster knowledge sharing across teams
• Conduct in-depth debugging and profiling of new and legacy code, implementing fixes that maintain or enhance performance
• Evaluate system performance and refine technical operations
• Write quality, highly performant code (C++ or Python)

Skills

C++

Python

Low-latency

Concurrency

Memory optimization

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Quantiq in Austin, TX seeks a Software Developer to design, optimize, and maintain core applications and infrastructure. You will work with a team of developers on low-latency programming, concurrency, memory optimization, and careful code design to push systems to peak performance.

You will write high-quality C++ or Python, document architecture decisions, profile code, and debug legacy systems while collaborating across teams in a fast-paced, intellectually demanding environment.