Job Description
Job title: C++ Software Engineer
Client: Elite Prop Trading Firm
Salary: £70,000 - £350,000 Base (+ Bonus)
Location: London / Hybrid
My client are seeking a C++ Software Engineer who will play a critical role in developing and optimizing high-frequency trading systems, ensuring they operate at peak performance with minimal latency. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, intellectually challenging environment where your contributions will have a direct impact on the firm's success.
They pride themselves on working with the most cutting edge technologies and boast a world class technical team where you will work and learn from the best.
Responsibilities:
* Design, develop, and maintain high-performance C++ trading applications.
* Optimize code for maximum speed and efficiency, minimizing latency.
* Implement and enhance trading algorithms in collaboration with quantitative researchers and traders.
* Develop and maintain low-latency network communication protocols.
* Conduct performance analysis and tuning of critical software components.
Requirements and Skills:
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
* 2+ years of professional C++ development experience.
* Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
* Experience with multi-threaded programming and real-time systems.
* Familiarity with network programming and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP) is a plus.
* Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments.
* Knowledge of hardware optimization techniques (e.g., SIMD, GPU computing) is a plus.
If you are a C++ Software Engineer and satisfy the above requirements, please apply to have your CV considered or email rdelaney@hunterbond.com for more information.