Senior C++ Engineer | Low-Latency Trading

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
• 5+ years’ experience developing applications in modern C++
• Strong experience with C++ (11/14/17/20), Linux, Python and Bash scripting
• In-depth knowledge of the Linux kernel and systems programming
• Strong problem-solving ability and interest in complex technical challenges
• Solid systems knowledge, ideally with experience in low latency environments
• Experience building applications that connect to exchange APIs or use network protocols
• Experience with parallel, concurrent and multi-threaded programming
• Exposure to low latency computing and hardware-level design is beneficial
• Familiarity with version control tools such as Git, SVN, or Mercurial

Our client is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the-art technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across multiple asset classes worldwide. Their offices in Chicago, New York, and London are composed of naturally curious individuals who thrive in a collaborative environment and continuously strive for improvement.

As a privately funded firm, they do not seek external capital, allowing them the flexibility to invest heavily in their people and keep teams closely aligned with the firm’s long-term growth.