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# Senior C++ Programmer

- **Company:** IT Search & Select
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Data Structures, Distributed Systems, Memory Management, Performance Tuning, Data Processing, Multithreading, Concurrency, Low Latency, Data Management, C++14
- **Published:** July 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/senior-c-programmer/it-search-select-job107627510

## About the Role

* 8+ years' professional experience developing complex systems in C++.
 * Strong command of modern C++ (C++11/14/17/20), STL, templates, memory management and performance tuning.
 * Deep understanding of algorithms, data structures, concurrency and distributed systems.
 * Experience building high-performance, real-time or low-latency applications.
 * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in fast-moving, high-stakes environments.
 * Comfortable collaborating with cross-functional teams including quants and traders.

## Description

As a Senior C++ Engineer, you will design, implement and optimise performance-critical software that powers front-office trading workflows. You'll work closely with quants, traders and other engineers to deliver robust, low-latency solutions for pricing, execution, market-data processing and exchange connectivity.

Expect modern C++, complex systems design, multithreading, optimisation, and the chance to influence technical direction across multiple product lines., * Architect, develop and maintain C++ components for trading, pricing and market-data platforms.

 * Optimise system performance across latency, throughput and reliability dimensions.
 * Lead design discussions, code reviews and technical decision-making.
 * Integrate with market-data feeds, trading venues and internal analytics systems.
 * Mentor junior developers and contribute to engineering best practices.
 * Collaborate with quants, traders and product teams to translate requirements into high-quality software.
 * Drive continuous improvement across tooling, testing, automation and deployment.


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