C++ Engineer (HFT)

TL;DR

C++ Engineer (HFT): Collaborate with the Trading System team to create and enhance trading systems across diverse markets with an accent on extensive technical research and close collaboration with quantitative analysts. Focus on developing complex architectures for high loads, optimizing performance, and implementing live strategies using state-of-the-art infrastructure.

Amsterdam, with relocation and sponsorship available for suitable candidates from London/abroad. Also open to London.

Up to £750,000 TC

Company

Boutique prop trading firm with infrastructure built by ACM ICPC World Champions and top engineers, trading every asset class including some crypto, venturing into emerging markets.

What you will do

• Work in small collaborative teams with full ownership from idea generation to implementation and monitoring of live strategies.
• Conduct extensive technical research in collaboration with quantitative analysts.
• Leverage ML within infrastructure for market edge.
• Utilize centralized tools and infrastructure to focus on core research aspects.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years professional experience as C++ developer
• Proficient in C++/modern C++ (C++17+)
• Solid understanding of computer systems: OS, networks, performance optimization
• Linux expertise essential
• Experience with projects involving complex architectures and high loads
• Strong expertise in algorithms and data structures

Culture & Benefits

• Small collaborative teams with no restrictions on work areas
• High impact roles with strong engineering and infrastructure support
• Large guaranteed compensation, potential profit share
• Relocation packages, sponsorship, secure property, moving services, tax discount help
• Company trips, internal competitions with prizes like holidays