C++ Quant Developer (Fintech)

TL;DR

C++ Quant Developer (Fintech): Building and optimizing low-latency electronic trading platforms for Fixed Income with an accent on core infrastructure, automated execution, and pricing tools. Focus on designing performant C++ components, developing trading libraries, and collaborating directly with traders to ensure system reliability and low-latency performance.

Location: Must be based in New York (Hybrid)

Compensation: Up to $250,000 base salary + bonus

Company

A recruitment partner for top-tier global markets teams building advanced trading infrastructure.

What you will do

• Build and optimize C++ components for automated quoting, order routing, and execution.
• Develop core libraries for pricing, analytics, and trading decision support.
• Collaborate with traders and quants to deliver production-ready code.
• Contribute to foundational infrastructure for fixed income electronic trading.
• Support and improve systems for risk, PnL, and position monitoring.
• Enhance system performance, latency, and resiliency across the stack.

Requirements

• Location: Must be based in or able to work from New York (Hybrid)
• 2+ years of production C++ development experience.
• Experience in trading systems or high-performance financial software.
• Strong understanding of Linux systems and networking fundamentals.
• Technical degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or related field.
• Excellent communication skills for working with front-office teams.

Nice to have

• Experience with Fixed Income or Fixed Income Derivatives.
• Exposure to quant libraries or pricing engines.
• Proficiency in Python for scripting, prototyping, or data pipelines.
• Understanding of market microstructure or electronic trading architecture.

Culture & Benefits

• Front-office visibility and high impact on trading infrastructure.
• Direct engagement with trading desks and quantitative researchers.
• Hybrid work setup in New York.
• Competitive base salary up to $250,000 plus bonus.
• Full benefits package including health cover, retirement plan, and tuition support.