Front Office Software Engineer - Algo Trading

Front Office Software Engineer - Algo Trading155,000 + bonusA leading London-based trading firm has an outstanding opportunity for a Software Engineer to join their low latency trading team.Our client quant prop trading and market-making business. They are currently looking to expand their high and intraday trading presence across FX, equities and commodities.The Software Engineer will:Work closely with the Head of Trading and the Quant Team and assist in the design and development of new trading algorithms, mainly Java but also C++Help engineer a new greenfield low latency trading platformWork on connectivity to Financial ExchangesImprove/maintain existing strategiesDevelop utility applications and excel tools to help with trading activitiesWork with traders, understand requirements for new applications and strategies to develop and also resolve issues if anyThis is an opportunity for someone that wants to work with a smart people in a collaborative environment that is solely focused

on cross asset trading.They avoid the bureaucracy of larger organisations, and keep their management structures flat. Decisions are made efficiently; changes are implemented quickly.It’s a friendly, open place where people are motivated because they enjoy what they’re doing.Software Engineer MUST have: Computer Science or Machine learning BSc or Masters or PhD from a top 40 University Globally Excellent Java and/or C++ experienceSQLGood understanding of general programming concepts, diligent coder.Intertest in capital markets/crypto market making a plusFIX would be beneficialThis is an outstanding opportunity for a Software Engineer to join a growing trading business at a time of significant interesting growth within the sector. You will gain massive exposure to High Frequency Trading. My client is based in the City of London