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# C++ Software Engineer | Chicago/NYC- Global Quant Firm

- **Company:** Oxford Knight
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $200,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Algorithmic Trading, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Linux, Object-Oriented Software Development, Performance Tuning, Multithreading, Core Api, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/75c4f0fb-8ae1-4e1e-af09-fbc224505225

## About the Role

In this role, you'll focus on C++ functionality and be tasked with creating and optimising scalable, multi-tiered applications and infrastructure.

Technology is prized by the traders as crucial to their continued success. Unique in their field, this global firm combines the lively, positive spirit of a start-up with the stability of a longer-established player.

This role would suit someone who is able to solve difficult technical problems in a fast-paced and energetic environment.

Requirements

 * Minimum 2 years' C++ programming experience in a Linux environment
 * Solid understanding of computer systems - operating systems, networks, performance optimization, etc.
 * Deep-level knowledge of object oriented design and multithreaded programming
 * Experience in creating/supporting cross-platform multithreaded applications
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering (or related field)

## Description

Leading HFT fund looking for a talented C++ Software Engineer to join the Core Development team, a global group of technologists responsible for architecting, building and maintaining the algorithmic trading platform.