Ultra-Low Latency C++ Engineer (Hardware-Software)

Hedge Fund; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hedge Fund is looking for a Low-Level C++ Software Engineer to enhance the performance of ultra-low latency trading systems. The role involves working closely with hardware specialists and addressing real-time system challenges.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, with over 2 years of C++ experience focused on high-performance applications. Key skills include multi-threaded programming, performance tuning, and effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of professional C++ experience.
• Strong grasp of modern C++ practices (C++17/20).
• Ability to analyze experimental results and optimize performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve performance-critical C++ applications.
• Collaborate with FPGA engineers and hardware specialists.
• Analyze and resolve real-time system issues.
• Build tools to monitor and analyze system performance.

Skills

C++ (high-performance applications)

Multi-threaded programming

Data structures and algorithms

Performance tuning

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Job description

Hedge Fund is looking for a Low-Level C++ Software Engineer to enhance the performance of ultra-low latency trading systems. The role involves working closely with hardware specialists and addressing real-time system challenges.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, with over 2 years of C++ experience focused on high-performance applications. Key skills include multi-threaded programming, performance tuning, and effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.