Are you excited about solving complex problems, working with cutting-edge technology, and having a real impact on a growing company? We're looking for a C++ Developer to join our Core Technology Team at a leading proprietary trading firm.
In this role, you'll help build and scale our central trading system, working on both brand-new projects and improving existing tools. You'll collaborate closely with a talented team of problem solvers, including our Co-CTOs, developers, and end-users. You'll also get to work on projects that touch every part of the firm—trading, data, research, operations, and risk—giving you a broad and exciting perspective on how things work.
Job Description:
What You'll Be Doing
* Developing and enhancing components of our trading system, like:
o Exchange and broker connectivity
o Order management systems
o Feed handlers
o Monitoring tools and build/deployment systems
* Partnering with internal users to design and roll out new features.
* Helping troubleshoot any issues during trading hours (on-call rotations).
* Pitching in on other systems where needed, like data ingestion, operational tools, and post-trade back-office systems.
What We're Looking For
* A degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a similar field.
* At least 1 year of experience working with C++ and Python.
* Familiarity with C++ template metaprogramming (nice to have, but not required).
* An understanding of distributed systems and network programming.
Why You'll Love This Role
You'll be joining a tight-knit team at a firm that's passionate about innovation, technology, and solving big problems in global financial markets. We're a group of researchers, engineers, and industry pros who use data, science, and math to drive investment success.
Here's what makes this opportunity unique:
* You’ll have immediate impact—your work will directly support trading and decision-making.
* You’ll get exposure to all areas of the firm, from trading to research and beyond.
* You’ll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where new ideas are always welcome.
If you love working with smart, driven people and enjoy solving technical challenges, we'd love to hear from you!
Equal Opportunities:
They’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. They believe that diversity strengthens our team, and we're actively working to prevent discrimination in all its forms.
As a Disability Confident employer, we will:
* Provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process if needed.
* Offer an interview to people with health conditions or disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for a role.
We celebrate the uniqueness of our people and encourage everyone to contribute to our inclusion journey.
Qualifications:
* A degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a similar field.
* At least 1 year of experience working with C++ and Python.
* Familiarity with C++ template metaprogramming (nice to have, but not required).
* An understanding of distributed systems and network programming.
Why is This a Great Opportunity:
* You’ll have immediate impact—your work will directly support trading and decision-making.
* You’ll get exposure to all areas of the firm, from trading to research and beyond.
* You’ll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where new ideas are always welcome.
Salary Type: Annual Salary
Salary Min: £90,000
Salary Max: £120,000
Currency Type: GBP
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