C++ Quantitative Developer - HFT- Systematic Quant Fund
Hft
Charing Cross, United Kingdom
5 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
SeniorJob location
Charing Cross, United Kingdom
Tech stack
C++
Linux
Memory Management
Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA)
System Programming
Network Optimization
Job description
Now looking for a Quant Developer to join the HFT team in London, responsible for designing and operating ultra-low-latency systems that run at global scale. This role offers the opportunity to work across the latency-critical stack; from kernel-level tuning and network optimization to highly efficient C++ components.
Working alongside talented engineers in FPGA, hardware and infrastructure, you'll design end-to-end architectures where every nanosecond counts.
The successful Quant Developer will be a C++ engineer who cares deeply about performance, efficiency and elegant, ultra-optimized systems.
Requirements
- Experience working at a hedge fund or trading firm is a must-have
- 5+ years' development experience in performance-critical C++ (C++17 or above)
- Solid understanding of systems programming, low-level understanding including memory management and CPU's architectures
- Deep familiarity with Linux internals, kernel parameters, and low-level profiling
Benefits & conditions
- Great opportunity to be part of a collaborative, creative environment where you can feel valued for your input
- Competitive salary + generous benefits
- Professional and personal development
- Relaxed, casual culture, with a healthy work-life balance
About the company
Our 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.