Software Engineer C++ - Algo Capital Group : Job Details

A world-leading global systematic hedge fund is looking for a Software Engineer to be a part of its multi-billion technology trading platform. The ideal candidate will have strong technology experience across multiple disciplines, High-Frequency Trading, and Low Latency Environments. Software Engineers with expertise in C++ will be a part of the Core Infrastructure team responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining a low latency trading platform that is deployed globally.

Skills Required:

• Significant experience developing high-availability systems in C++ and Python with very tight resource/latency constraints.
• Background in multi-threaded programming and a strong understanding of hardware/software interaction.
• Comfortable working “under the hood” and skilled in performance tuning (applications, Linux, socket I/O, etc.) and troubleshooting.
• Experience working with C++ libraries like STL and Boost.
• Up to date on the C++11/14 standards.
• Experience on challenging projects involving building a custom compiler, writing a matching engine, or working with large amounts of data in real-time.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working in the trading industry or another ultra-low latency-sensitive business that involves solving remarkably complex problems.
• Full life-cycle software development utilizing exotic hardware/software architectures for ultra-low latency trading systems.

This position offers a generous basic and bonus with huge career progression working for a world-leading hedge fund and building a team that is creating the next generation risk platform in electronic trading. An outstanding benefits package is offered to support you both professionally and personally, including generous medical coverage, paid parental leave, and a variety of other benefits focused on providing the best employee experience. For more information, please apply now.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Engineering, Finance, and Information Technology

Capital Markets, Engineering Services, and Financial Services