Senior Software Engineer (Top Market Maker)

Radley James; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Radley James partners with a leading proprietary trading firm expanding its equities footprint in New York. They are assembling a top-tier C++ engineering team to build latency-sensitive trading systems and the infrastructure behind their equities strategies.

We’re seeking C++ developers of all experience levels to join this greenfield build-out, working alongside world-class engineers and traders to shape the future of the firm’s equities business.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in modern C++ and low-level systems programming.
• Experience building high-performance, low-latency, or real-time systems.
• Familiarity with trading systems or financial protocols is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop latency-sensitive trading systems for equities.
• Optimize infrastructure to support trading strategies.
• Collaborate with engineers and traders to shape the platform.

Skills

C++ (modern)

Low-latency

High-performance

Trading systems

Job description

We’re working with a leading proprietary trading firm that is expanding its presence in the equities space, building on its successful diversification into futures. Traditionally recognized as a powerhouse in options market making, they are now assembling a top-tier C++ engineering team in New York to gain a competitive edge against established equities players.

They are seeking C++ developers of all experience levels to join this ambitious build-out. You’ll work on cutting-edge, latency-sensitive trading systems, building and optimizing the infrastructure that will drive their equities trading strategies. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a major strategic move, contributing to a greenfield project with the backing of an industry leader.

What They’re Looking For:

• Strong proficiency in C++ (modern C++ preferred) and low-level systems programming.
• Experience building high-performance, low-latency, or real-time systems.
• Familiarity with trading systems, market data, or financial protocols is a plus, but not required.
• Passion for solving complex technical problems in a fast-paced environment.

This is a rare chance to be part of a high-impact initiative, where you’ll collaborate with world-class engineers and traders to shape the future of their equities business.