CTO | AI Prop Trading Platform (Greenfield), sloughClient:Selby JenningsLocation:slough, United KingdomJob Category:Other-EU work permit required:YesJob Views:5Posted:26.06.2025Expiry Date:10.08.2025Job Description:We are partnered with a stealth-mode trading technology firm who are seeking a visionary Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead the build of a proprietary prop trading platform from the ground up. The company is developing an AI-powered system that merges advanced data science, algorithmic trading, and intuitive interfaces to drive next-generation financial strategies.The RoleAs CTO, you'll define and execute the technology roadmap, architect the entire platform, and build a high-performing distributed engineering team. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on delivering a secure, scalable, and intelligent trading system from scratch.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the end-to-end architecture and development of a greenfield trading platformOversee integration of real-time market data, broker APIs, and strategy deployment via a custom DSLBuild interactive trading interfaces (React/TypeScript)Drive DevOps, CI/CD, cloud infrastructure (Azure preferred), and cybersecurityHire, mentor, and manage a distributed engineering team across multiple jurisdictionsEnsure compliance with financial industry standards and audit readinessWhat We're Looking For10+ years in tech leadership, with 5+ in fintech, trading tech, or AI startupsProven experience building and scaling real-time, data-intensive systems from scratchProficiency in C# for high-performance, low-latency trading systemsStrong backend (Python, Node.js, Rust) and frontend (React, Next.js) expertiseDeep experience with cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), broker APIs, and market data pipelinesTrack record of building high-performing teams and aligning tech with business goalsBonus PointsExperience in early-stage or scaling startupsFamiliarity with trading strategy design or quant research workflowsWhy Join?Lead the build of a greenfield trading platform with cutting-edge AI and infrastructureShape the tech backbone of a forward-thinking trading firmCompetitive salary, equity, and global collaboration opportunitiesInfluence process, tooling, and team structure from day onePlease note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit. Check our Blog for more information.Bank or payment details should not be provided when applying for a job. Eurojobs.com is not responsible for any external website content. All applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button.Created on 26/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom
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