Senior C++ Developer (Tier-1 Trading Firm)

Our client is seeking an exceptional Core C++ Developer to contribute to the development and optimisation of high-performance trading systems . The role focuses on building ultra-low-latency infrastructure, optimising execution speed, and ensuring robust system reliability. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in modern C/C++ , systems programming, and high-performance computing.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimise low-latency, high-performance trading infrastructure using modern C/C++ and the latest standards .
• Implement efficient and scalable trading algorithms, order execution, and risk management systems .
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of exchange connectivity standards for market data and order entry .
• Optimise CPU performance, memory management, and multi-threaded applications .
• Collaborate with quantitative researchers, traders, and infrastructure engineers to continuously improve system performance.
• Profile, benchmark, and debug real-time systems to minimise latency and maximise throughput.
• Develop and maintain robust and fault-tolerant system components that support continuous trading operations .

Required Qualifications

• Expert-level proficiency in C++ , with a strong understanding of modern C++ features (C++17/20/23/26) .
• Extensive experience in low-latency, high-performance systems programming .
• Deep understanding of networking (TCP/UDP), concurrency, and multi-threading .
• Strong experience with Linux-based development and performance tuning .
• Proven experience working with real-time, high-throughput systems where performance is critical.
• Background in cryptocurrency or traditional financial trading systems .

Soft Skills & Culture Fit

• Candidates from top-tier institutions or those recognised as domain experts are preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work effectively in high-pressure, real-time environments .
• A collaborative team player who enjoys solving complex engineering problems .