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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate Software Developer (C++) - **Company:** FlexTrade - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Algorithmic Trading, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Code Coverage, Continuous Integration, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Software Engineering, Google Test, Git, Information Technology, Docker - **Published:** August 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815160307-associate-software-developer-c ## About the Role * Excellent problem-solving skills. * A good understanding of C++11/14/17 and the standard library. * Familiarity with Boost is beneficial. * Experience with Google Test or other unit test frameworks. * Experience with Git or other distributed VCS. * Experience with Linux (RHEL). Nice to have * Good understanding of CI/CD processes and Docker. * Experience with Python is beneficial. ## Description City Of London, England, United Kingdom Associate Software Developer (C++) - FlexTrade FlexTrade Systems is a provider of customized multi-asset execution and order management trading solutions for buy-and-sell side financial institutions. Through deep client partnerships with some of the world's largest, most complex and demanding capital markets firms, we develop the flexible tools, technology and innovation that deliver our clients a competitive edge. Our globally distributed engineering teams focus on adaptable technology and open architecture to develop highly sophisticated trading solutions that can automate and scale with your business strategies. We are dedicated to giving our clients a competitive edge, taking ownership of our responsibilities, being flexible to adapt to ever changing environment and technology, bringing integrity to all interactions and continuing to improve, grow together and collaborate as one team. All of these while having fun truly makes FlexTrade a wonderful place to work. About You We are actively seeking a graduate C++ Developer for a unique opportunity to join the core development team working with our flagship product FlexTRADER, a highly customisable multi-asset class execution management system used by some of the largest investment banks and hedge funds in the world. The role represents an excellent opportunity to gain experience in dealing with high-profile contacts, cutting-edge technology, and the financial services industry. Responsibilities * Software component design and development for our trading system. * Working with client services to understand and translate business requirements into technical specifications. * Creating documentation for changes. * Contributing towards general technical health (refactoring, improving test coverage). Requirements * Excellent problem-solving skills. * A good understanding of C++11/14/17 and the standard library. * Familiarity with Boost is beneficial. * Experience with Google Test or other unit test frameworks. * Experience with Git or other distributed VCS. * Experience with Linux (RHEL). Nice to have * Good understanding of CI/CD processes and Docker. * Experience with Python is beneficial. FlexTrade Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. FlexTrade UK Ltd. conducts a pre-employment screening which consists of a Criminal History, Background and Credit Check for successful candidates. 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