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# Remote C++ Trading Platform Developer

- **Company:** Wintermute
- **Location:** Taunton, UK (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Algorithmic Trading, Assembly Language, C++ (Programming Language), Data Infrastructure, Data Structures, Linux, High-Level Architecture, Python (Programming Language), Web Applications, Computer Equipment, Real Time Data, Network Server
- **Published:** October 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/remote-c-trading-platform-developer/50319813

## About the Role

You will work alongside exceptionally sharp colleagues, learn how to write fail-safe code and improve performance and scalability of the trading system, a real challenge and a rare opportunity! We have flexible working arrangements, it s the productivity that matters. A great advantage of this position is that it is varied, and it is also up to you to shape it in the direction that matches your talents and company needs. The focus of the role would be to work on the global trading platform that spans across many continents, with real time data capture, order entry on dozens of exchanges, robust connectivity and built in monitoring. You would be working on expanding and scaling up our trading platform, mainly using C++ and Python. All the workstations and servers are running Linux, no windows in trading and the development team. We also keep things simple and easy to understand wherever possible which means designing, scalable and robust C++ and Python code is
a main skill. You will have opportunity to improve your knowledge of software optimisations, of building robust large-scale systems and to understand crypto currency trading. \Strong C++ skills are required - we will test Experience with looking under the hood to see how C++ standard libraries work - we will test Understanding of networking, CPU and memory model, assembly language - desirable Working at one of the most innovative trading firms globally. Engaging projects offering accelerated responsibilities and ownership compared to traditional finance environments. A vibrant working culture with frequent team meals, holiday celebrations, gaming events, and company-wide outings, including our annual Wintermute weekend getaway. A Wintermute-inspired office in central London, featuring an array of amenities such as table tennis and foosball, personalized desk configurations, a cozy team breakout area with games and free food. Great company culture: informal,
non-hierarchical, ambitious, highly professional with a startup vibe, collaborative and entrepreneurial. A performance-based compensation with a significant earning potential alongside standard perks like pension and private Health insurance. Although we are unable to accept fully remote candidates, we support significant flexibility in regards to working from home and working hours. We offer UK work permits and help with relocation

## Description

technology, interested in both low level details of how computer hardware operates and high-level design of large systems, as well as in data infrastructure. Someone who likes opening the hood to see how things work, has understanding of data structures, experience writing client-server network applications, and writing and optimising code for high performance. We welcome your previous experience from your own personal projects as well as commercial experience. We are looking for people who are passionate about technology and have experience looking under the hood to see how C++ standard libraries and other solutions are implemented. Interest in algorithmic and quantitative trading is a plus. At Wintermute you will have an opportunity to grow and make direct impact on trading by developing and improving all the parts of the trading platform, data infrastructure and related software, while also getting advice and guidance from very experienced developers and traders, including the founders.