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# Head of Software Engineering - C++ Fintech

- **Company:** Quant Capital
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Information Technology, Free and Open-Source Software
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2919081302-2

## About the Role

Computer Science or a STEM Subject, * Strong knowledge of equities and derivatives markets. * Strong background in C++. * Strong experience in automated testing, unit testing. * Very familiar with open source software (evaluation/procurement, licensing issues). * SQL background * Agile You will be joining a progressive and exciting company committed to excellence. They offer an excellent working environment with ongoing training and a structured career path. You can also expect an excellent salary and benefits package. Including a large bonus from day 1. My client is based in London Hybrid Working

## Description

assurance engineers, who are responsible for building the automated testing platform and test cases * Provide technical direction with respect to performance, reliability and functionality. * Contribute to the evaluation and development of operational strategy and performance in conjunction with the management team. * Design, engineer, and test highly reliable services * Spearhead and manage company-wide projects to develop new business lines and increase operational efficiency. * Lead others in debugging of complicated engineering and operational problems. Development is agile and fast paced. As requirements evolve you will leverage the best of the community, sometimes substituting your own solutions where greater performance is needed. You will be encouraged to evangelise and prototype new technologies and through doing so you will help shape the architecture. The Head of Software Engineering Must Have: * Strong knowledge of algorithms and data structures. *, Degree in


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