C++ Engineering Lead - eFinancialCareers : Job Details

My client is a leading tech-driven quant and systematic hedge fund trading with offices across the globe. They leverage deep knowledge in data, research, technology and trading to deliver high-quality returns. This opportunity offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment with excellent scope for career growth. This is a brand-new, highly impactful role, responsible for the day-to-day management of the development team, building and enhancing critical low latency components across the business. You'll collaborate over the design and implementation of cutting-edge systems, covering all aspects of algorithmic trading research, including the exchange price feeds, core trading systems, tick data management, back testing engine, and trading gateways. 2025 is a big year of growth for this firm, making now the perfect time to apply! Requirements

• 10+ years' experience in low-latency Linux development using C/C++, STL
• Management experience (both technical & people) is strongly preferred
• Proficiency with Linux / GCC development toolchain and Linux Red Hat
• Solid experience designing and implementing multithreaded and distributed systems
• Prior experience in a front office, trading desk-aligned role
• Comfortable working autonomously within a global team

Desirable skills/experience

• Experience working within a mature continuous development process
• Knowledge of market data feed handlers and execution gateways
• Basic knowledge of scripting languages like Python, Bash

Benefits

• Exceptional compensation + bonus scheme + generous benefits
• Huge amount of autonomy and ownership
• Truly collaborative between teams - not siloed like other firms
• Relaxed, casual culture, with a healthy work-life balance

ContactIf you think you're a suitable candidate for the role and would like further info, please contact: Josh Williamson+44 (0) in/josh-williamson-3745b7151