Senior C++ Software Engineer (High-Performance Systems)

TL;DR

Senior C++ Software Engineer (High-Performance Systems): Designing and optimizing ultra-high-performance infrastructure, including a database from scratch, for a tech-driven firm. with an accent on low-level systems optimization, FPGA integration, and functional programming R&D. Focus on solving complex performance challenges at the hardware level and building mission-critical, fault-tolerant systems for massive data scales.

Location: Hybrid in London

Salary: Up to £300k Total Compensation (1st Year)

Company

An elite tech-driven firm known for breaking records in the tech space, comprised of exceptional technologists pushing the limits of technology.

What you will do

• Design and build a high-performance database from the ground up to support massive data scales.
• Optimize systems at the hardware level, including gaining hands-on experience with FPGA cards and low-latency tuning.
• Lead R&D projects in functional programming, utilizing languages such as Rust, Erlang, or custom-built alternatives.
• Develop infrastructure for machine learning and refine research models for peak real-world performance.
• Collaborate with elite engineers to maintain engineering excellence in a mission-critical, fault-tolerant environment.

Requirements

• Strong background in modern C++ development with a focus on low-level systems and performance tuning.
• Outstanding academic credentials from a leading institution.
• Proven track record in environments where speed, efficiency, and fault tolerance are mission-critical.
• A passion for exploring the limits of technology and a proactive approach to research and development.

Culture & Benefits

• Elite compensation package up to £300k total first-year.
• Direct exposure to cutting-edge tech like hardware optimization, FPGA, and advanced functional programming languages.
• Opportunity for technical ownership to build mission-critical systems and proprietary databases from scratch.
• Work alongside some of the best technologists in the world in a tech-first environment.