Software Engineer - Credit Trading - HFT Prop Fund

Radley James; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Radley James is seeking talented software engineers to join their systematic credit trading business in New York. This role involves developing core functionalities across simulation, research, and production systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, along with 3+ years of software development experience and strong proficiency in C++. The position offers a competitive compensation package and a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and other languages.
• Experience within credit markets is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help shape the vision and technical direction for major credit trading initiatives.
• Design, build, and maintain critical trading systems.
• Contribute to pricing, research, and trading models.

Skills

C++

Software development experience

Credit markets knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

A leading high-frequency trading firm is building out its systematic credit trading business in New York and is seeking talented software engineers to join this greenfield initiative.

About the Role

You will play a key role in developing core functionality across simulation, research, and production systems. Working at the intersection of engineering and trading, you will help define and deliver the next generation of credit trading infrastructure.

• Help shape the vision and technical direction for major credit trading initiatives
• Design, build, and maintain critical trading systems, including RFQ platforms, create/redeem systems, portfolio trading tools, OMS, and EMS
• Contribute to pricing, research, and trading models supporting market-making and proprietary strategies
• Be part of a true 0→1 build, with significant ownership and impact from day one

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
• 3+ years of software development experience
• Strong proficiency in C++ (other languages also considered)
• Experience within credit markets is preferred

This opportunity offers a top-of-the-market compensation package and hybrid working model.