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# C++ Data Platform Engineer - High-Performance Systems

- **Company:** WorldQuant
- **Location:** Greater London, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Data Infrastructure, C++14
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815177930-c-data-platform-engineer-high-performance-systems

## About the Role

We look for hands-on engineers with strong CS fundamentals, experience in modern C++, and comfort in UNIX environments. Knowledge of AI-assisted coding tools is a plus, and clear communication across a global team is essential.
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## Description

WorldQuant LLC invites you to join a team that designs and builds high-performance, time-series data platforms in C++. You will contribute to storage engines, RPC layers, and distributed coordination while collaborating with researchers and portfolio managers.

We look for hands-on engineers with strong CS fundamentals, experience in modern C++, and comfort in UNIX environments. Knowledge of AI-assisted coding tools is a plus, and clear communication across a global team is essential.


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