Job Description Write code that makes the heart of this trading machine beat. Software Engineer (C++) Hands-on development role focused on exchange connectivity and rapid execution The mission This global High-Frequency Trading ("HFT") firm provides liquidity to global markets, keeping trading action alive globally, open to close. Their two opportunities to win are: Relentlessly developing trading strategies that capitalise on opportunities while they exist Executing on them while they exist, before their competitorsHere's where you fit in. The team A collection of the world's sharpest mathematical, logical and technical minds across trading, engineering, IT and operations. You'll find your place in a group of engineers responsible for driving excellence in: Hardware: FPGAs keep things fast and customisable Software: Java, C++, CUDA, Python ML: Actually, this is a secret These folks, your new colleagues are divided between core teams, and teams attached to particular trading activities The control room State-of-the-art office and lab environment fit for the market's most sought-after talent, complete with the following benefits: Generous paid parental leave Catered meals, barista coffees, well-stocked kitchen Volunteering opportunities, charitable donation matching A stacked social calendar Family days The problem Insane socio-economic climate headlines that could be Black Mirror episode titles = market volatility Volatility = growth for HFT firms equipped to capitalise (like this one) Growth = more brainpower needed to stay ahead The solution An engineer with a winning mindset, and likely experience and knowledge of: Modern C++ (on Linux) in ultra-low latency CI/CD environments Genuine ground-up "build" projects Thriving in high-pressure, often ambiguous circumstances Outstanding academics in Computer Science, Maths, Physics Still reading? Let's explore.
