C++ Software Engineer | Chicago/NYC- Global Quant Firm

Oxford Knight
New York, NY, United States
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$200,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Algorithmic Trading C++ (Programming Language) Computer Programming Computer Engineering Linux Object-Oriented Software Development Performance Tuning Multithreading Core Api Information Technology

Job description

Salary: up to 200k + bonus Summary Leading HFT fund looking for a talented C++ Software Engineer to join the Core Development team, a global group of technologists responsible for architecting, building and maintaining the algorithmic trading platform. In this role, you’ll focus on C++ functionality and be tasked with creating and optimising scalable, multi-tiered applications and infrastructure. Technology is prized by the traders as crucial to their continued success. Unique in their field, this global firm combines the lively, positive spirit of a start-up with the stability of a longer-established player. This role would suit someone who is able to solve difficult technical problems in a fast-paced and energetic environment. Requirements Minimum 2 years’ C++ programming experience in a Linux environment Solid understanding of computer systems - operating systems, networks, performance optimization, etc. Deep-level knowledge of object oriented design and multithreaded

Requirements

programming Experience in creating/supporting cross-platform multithreaded applications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering (or related field) NB: Please don ‘ t apply if you are a fresh graduate. Benefits Competitive base salary & bonus Enormous opportunity to grow and have an impact Contributions are rewarded; career progression supported Free breakfast, lunch and dinner Whilst we carefully review all applications, to all jobs, due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not possible to respond to those who have not been successful. Contact If this sounds like you, or you’d like to know more, please get in touch. Andy Stirling-Martin andy@oxfordknight.co.uk +44 (0)20 3137 9579 linkedin.com/in/andrew-stirling-martin-7664a946

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