Quant Developer

Objective Partners; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity stake

In-person SF office

Elite researchers

Job summary

Objective Partners is seeking a Quant Developer in San Francisco to own the core C++ stack of a high-performance virtualization platform. You will work on a GPU-focused infrastructure, delivering ultra-low latency and scalable systems that power an elite cloud computing environment.

The role requires expert C++ skills, hardware optimization experience, and a proven ability to operate in latency-sensitive, production-grade environments.

Qualifications

• Expert-level C++ with focus on performance-critical apps.
• Experience optimizing GPU or NIC performance.
• Deep understanding of compilers, low-level networking, and systems architecture.
• Background in latency-sensitive environments where performance matters.
• Owns production systems and delivers fast, high-quality output.
• Strong communication under high-pressure production scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and maintain the high-performance C++ core of the proprietary hardware virtualization stack.
• Perform deep-dive debugging and performance tuning for ultra-low latency execution.
• Lead research and implementation for complex systems challenges including resource oversubscription and state checkpointing.
• Balance customer-facing product enhancements with production-level systems programming demands.
• Collaborate with founding leadership to architect scalable infrastructure as the organization grows.

Skills

C++ expert

Hardware optimization

Low-level systems

Latency-sensitive

Ownership mindset

Communication

Education

Top-tier CS degree

Job description

Quant Developer

Location: San Francisco, CA

About the Opportunity Join an agile, venture-backed infrastructure team building the next generation of high-efficiency GPU cloud computing. We are developing groundbreaking virtualization technology that optimizes hardware utilization far beyond industry standards, backed by $4.5M in funding from premier Silicon Valley investors. This is a high-impact role for a world-class engineer to own the core C++ stack of a rapidly scaling, revenue-generating platform.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and maintain the high-performance C++ core of a proprietary hardware virtualization stack.
• Conduct deep-dive systems debugging and performance tuning to ensure ultra-low latency execution.
• Lead research and implementation for complex systems challenges including resource oversubscription and state checkpointing.
• Balance the development of customer-facing product enhancements with the rigorous demands of production-level systems programming.
• Collaborate directly with founding leadership to architect scalable infrastructure as the organization grows.

Requirements

• Expert-level C++ Proficiency: Exceptional mastery of C++ with a focus on performance-critical applications.
• Hardware Optimization: Proven experience optimizing GPU or Network Interface Card (NIC) performance.
• Low-Level Systems Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of compilers, low-level networking protocols, and systems architecture.
• High-Stakes Environment: Background in latency-sensitive sectors where performance translates directly to value.
• Ownership Mentality: A self-starter capable of managing production systems and delivering high-quality output at a rapid pace.
• Communication: Ability to relay complex technical concepts and maintain clarity during high-pressure production scenarios.

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic background in Computer Science from a top-tier research university.
• Professional experience within high-frequency trading firms, specialized hardware manufacturers, or advanced systems research labs.
• Leadership aspirations or experience guiding technical strategy in a startup environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and meaningful equity stake in a high-growth, post-PMF startup.
• In-person collaborative environment in the heart of San Francisco.
• Opportunity to work alongside elite researchers and infrastructure specialists.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, ethnic origin, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.