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Ultra-Low Latency C++ Engineer | High-Frequency Trading Salary: £150k-£225k Total compensation: £250k-500k depending on performance and seniority A leading quant/systematic trading firm have multiple headcount for Ultra-Low Latency C++ Engineers to join their High-Frequency Trading team in London. The … re seeking experienced C++ engineers passionate about performance optimization and elegant system design where nanoseconds matter! What You'll Do: Design and optimize latency-critical C++ systems across trading, market data, and infrastructure components Performance engineering at every layer: CPU, cache, memory, and network Profile, benchmark, and fine-tune system behaviour under real-world conditions Collaborate with hardware More ❯

Ultra-Low Latency C++ Engineer | High-Frequency Trading Salary: £150k-£225k Total compensation: £250k-500k depending on performance and seniority A leading quant/systematic trading firm have multiple headcount for Ultra-Low Latency C++ Engineers to join their High-Frequency Trading team in London. The … re seeking experienced C++ engineers passionate about performance optimization and elegant system design where nanoseconds matter! What You'll Do: Design and optimize latency-critical C++ systems across trading, market data, and infrastructure components Performance engineering at every layer: CPU, cache, memory, and network Profile, benchmark, and fine-tune system behaviour under real-world conditions Collaborate with hardware More ❯

Ultra-Low Latency C++ Engineer | High-Frequency Trading Salary: £150k-£225k Total compensation: £250k-500k depending on performance and seniority A leading quant/systematic trading firm have multiple headcount for Ultra-Low Latency C++ Engineers to join their High-Frequency Trading team in London. The … re seeking experienced C++ engineers passionate about performance optimization and elegant system design where nanoseconds matter! What You'll Do: Design and optimize latency-critical C++ systems across trading, market data, and infrastructure components Performance engineering at every layer: CPU, cache, memory, and network Profile, benchmark, and fine-tune system behaviour under real-world conditions Collaborate with hardware More ❯

Ultra-Low Latency C++ Engineer | High-Frequency Trading Salary: £150k-£225k Total compensation: £250k-500k depending on performance and seniority A leading quant/systematic trading firm have multiple headcount for Ultra-Low Latency C++ Engineers to join their High-Frequency Trading team in London. The … re seeking experienced C++ engineers passionate about performance optimization and elegant system design where nanoseconds matter! What You'll Do: Design and optimize latency-critical C++ systems across trading, market data, and infrastructure components Performance engineering at every layer: CPU, cache, memory, and network Profile, benchmark, and fine-tune system behaviour under real-world conditions Collaborate with hardware More ❯

in a rapidly evolving market, we apply a disciplined, first-principles approach to everything we do. This approach is embedded in our core services, from institutional liquidity provision, trading solutions, OTC execution to our comprehensive treasury management offerings. This is how we cut through the noise and build robust and scalable systems across all our business lines. We … be a key contributor in building and scaling a more transparent and efficient financial markets infrastructure. Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to joina newly formed quant trading team at an innovative and exciting crypto trading firm? By joining us as a Quant Developer, you will have an opportunity to play a pivotal part in … will be to work on (and not limited to); Develop trading algorithms; Create and improve algorithms for trading, including those for low-latency, high-frequency trading Build front-office systems; Create systems for algorithmic trading, including data, risk, live trading, and post-trade Integrate with DeFi More ❯

Python Software Engineer – High-Frequency Trading We're working with a high-frequency trading (HFT) firm that is looking to expand its technology team with a Python Software Engineer. This is an opportunity to join a trading firm operating at the cutting edge of global markets … where technology and speed are paramount. They build and run highly scalable, ultra-low latency trading systems that compete across major global exchanges. You’ll work on some of the most complex and rewarding engineering challenges in the financial technology space. The Role As a Python Software Engineer, you’ll collaborate with traders, quantitative researchers, and other developers … to design, develop, and optimise trading infrastructure. You’ll be directly contributing to systems that operate at nanosecond-level latency and handle massive volumes of real-time data. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain systems for real-time market data, trade execution, and reconciliation. Optimise performance and scalability across key trading infrastructure components. Partner with cross-functional More ❯

Python Software Engineer – High-Frequency Trading We're working with a high-frequency trading (HFT) firm that is looking to expand its technology team with a Python Software Engineer. This is an opportunity to join a trading firm operating at the cutting edge of global markets … where technology and speed are paramount. They build and run highly scalable, ultra-low latency trading systems that compete across major global exchanges. You’ll work on some of the most complex and rewarding engineering challenges in the financial technology space. The Role As a Python Software Engineer, you’ll collaborate with traders, quantitative researchers, and other developers … to design, develop, and optimise trading infrastructure. You’ll be directly contributing to systems that operate at nanosecond-level latency and handle massive volumes of real-time data. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain systems for real-time market data, trade execution, and reconciliation. Optimise performance and scalability across key trading infrastructure components. Partner with cross-functional More ❯

Python Software Engineer – High-Frequency Trading We're working with a high-frequency trading (HFT) firm that is looking to expand its technology team with a Python Software Engineer. This is an opportunity to join a trading firm operating at the cutting edge of global markets … where technology and speed are paramount. They build and run highly scalable, ultra-low latency trading systems that compete across major global exchanges. You’ll work on some of the most complex and rewarding engineering challenges in the financial technology space. The Role As a Python Software Engineer, you’ll collaborate with traders, quantitative researchers, and other developers … to design, develop, and optimise trading infrastructure. You’ll be directly contributing to systems that operate at nanosecond-level latency and handle massive volumes of real-time data. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain systems for real-time market data, trade execution, and reconciliation. Optimise performance and scalability across key trading infrastructure components. Partner with cross-functional More ❯

Python Software Engineer – High-Frequency Trading We're working with a high-frequency trading (HFT) firm that is looking to expand its technology team with a Python Software Engineer. This is an opportunity to join a trading firm operating at the cutting edge of global markets … where technology and speed are paramount. They build and run highly scalable, ultra-low latency trading systems that compete across major global exchanges. You’ll work on some of the most complex and rewarding engineering challenges in the financial technology space. The Role As a Python Software Engineer, you’ll collaborate with traders, quantitative researchers, and other developers … to design, develop, and optimise trading infrastructure. You’ll be directly contributing to systems that operate at nanosecond-level latency and handle massive volumes of real-time data. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain systems for real-time market data, trade execution, and reconciliation. Optimise performance and scalability across key trading infrastructure components. Partner with cross-functional More ❯

Join CMC Markets' Pricing and Risk team, where youll work on our low latency, high-frequency trading platform. You will use cutting-edge Java programming techniques so experience in this area is essential. As a Senior Developer, youll not only code but also take on key design responsibilities, shaping impactful projects. You'll mentor … site per week . *** What Youll Do Expert Level Java Development: You will apply your in-depth knowledge of the Java programming language (21+) to implement world class trading and pricing systems. Collaborative Development: Design and develop innovative pricing and risk components for our market-making operations, impacting a wide array of asset classes. Cross-Functional: Partner with … maintenance and reporting tools that drive efficiency and improve decision-making across the firm. Why Youll Love It Here Influence the Business: Your work will directly impact critical trading and risk management functions, giving you high visibility and the chance to shape the future of the firms technology. Exposure to the Trading Floor: Get More ❯

Platform Engineer London/WFH to £100k Opportunity to progress your career at a hugely profitable High Frequency Trading firm that specialise in crypto markets, in a hands-on Platform Engineer role. As a Platform Engineer you will join a small team responsible for the 24x7x365 globally distributed ethical web scraping function, supporting a More ❯

Platform Engineer London/WFH to £100k Opportunity to progress your career at a hugely profitable High Frequency Trading firm that specialise in crypto markets, in a hands-on Platform Engineer role. As a Platform Engineer you will join a small team responsible for the 24x7x365 globally distributed ethical web scraping function, supporting a More ❯

Senior C++ Developer - High Frequency Trading, New Office Buildout (London) Overview: Our client is expanding with a new office in London and is seeking the first C++ developers to join this exciting venture. Founded in 2014, they are a quantitative investment firm that has assembled a team of researchers, portfolio managers, and technologists. By … leveraging quantitative analysis and insights in financial markets, they excel in some of the most intricate and competitive products. As a growing electronic trading firm, they blend disciplines such as computer science, finance, systems engineering, and statistics. Their dedicated engineers and traders have developed some of the fastest trading systems. Their competitive edge lies in their … aspects of computing. Extensive experience with C/C++ and object-oriented programming, showcasing the ability to write efficient, maintainable, and scalable code. Proven experience in the high-frequency trading (HFT) industry, with a deep understanding of the unique challenges and requirements of this fast-paced environment. Expertise in algorithms and data structures, with More ❯

Senior C++ Developer - High Frequency Trading, New Office Buildout (London) Overview: Our client is expanding with a new office in London and is seeking the first C++ developers to join this exciting venture. Founded in 2014, they are a quantitative investment firm that has assembled a team of researchers, portfolio managers, and technologists. By … leveraging quantitative analysis and insights in financial markets, they excel in some of the most intricate and competitive products. As a growing electronic trading firm, they blend disciplines such as computer science, finance, systems engineering, and statistics. Their dedicated engineers and traders have developed some of the fastest trading systems. Their competitive edge lies in their … aspects of computing. Extensive experience with C/C++ and object-oriented programming, showcasing the ability to write efficient, maintainable, and scalable code. Proven experience in the high-frequency trading (HFT) industry, with a deep understanding of the unique challenges and requirements of this fast-paced environment. Expertise in algorithms and data structures, with More ❯

Join CMC Markets' Pricing and Risk team, where you’ll work on our low latency, high-frequency trading platform. You will use cutting-edge Java programming techniques so experience in this area is essential. As a Senior Developer, you’ll not only code but also take on key design responsibilities, shaping impactful projects. You … week . *** What You’ll Do Expert Level Java Development: You will apply your in-depth knowledge of the Java programming language (8->21) to implement world class trading and pricing systems. Collaborative Development: Design and develop innovative pricing and risk components for our market-making operations, impacting a wide array of asset classes. Cross-Functional: Partner with … and reporting tools that drive efficiency and improve decision-making across the firm. Why You’ll Love It Here Influence the Business: Your work will directly impact critical trading and risk management functions, giving you high visibility and the chance to shape the future of the firm’s technology. Exposure to the Trading Floor More ❯

Join CMC Markets' Pricing and Risk team, where you’ll work on our low latency, high-frequency trading platform. You will use cutting-edge Java programming techniques so experience in this area is essential. As a Senior Developer, you’ll not only code but also take on key design responsibilities, shaping impactful projects. You … week . *** What You’ll Do Expert Level Java Development: You will apply your in-depth knowledge of the Java programming language (8->21) to implement world class trading and pricing systems. Collaborative Development: Design and develop innovative pricing and risk components for our market-making operations, impacting a wide array of asset classes. Cross-Functional: Partner with … and reporting tools that drive efficiency and improve decision-making across the firm. Why You’ll Love It Here Influence the Business: Your work will directly impact critical trading and risk management functions, giving you high visibility and the chance to shape the future of the firm’s technology. Exposure to the Trading Floor More ❯

development and expand our remit and a growing business. Why is this role important to us: State Streets eFX business is a global team providing electronic fully automated trading facilities for clients 24 hours a day, 5 days a week, typically transacting billions of dollars … of foreign exchange currency daily. We employ cutting edge quantitative and algorithmic trading techniques, as well as the latest technology to engage in high frequency trading and analysis. Selecting an intern to be part of the eFX Market Making team is important to us because it is a great opportunity to get … exposure and a basic understanding of an electronic trading business. Program dates: 22nd June 2026 – 28th August 2026 You must be available to participate in the program in person, starting from day one and for its full duration and you are required to work from the office. What you will be responsible for: As a placement summer intern More ❯

Platform Engineer London/WFH to £100k Opportunity to progress your career at a hugely profitable High Frequency Trading firm that specialise in crypto markets, in a hands-on Platform Engineer role. As a Platform Engineer you will join a small team responsible for the 24x7x365 globally distributed ethical web scraping function, supporting a More ❯

Join a Tier 1 Investment bank in their leading global FX trading platform as a Java Engineer, contributing to the backbone of ultra-low latency systems powering high-volume electronic trading. This role focuses on building high-performance, globally distributed Java services that enable real-time transaction processing, configuration management, and support for quantitative … research and trading teams. Key Responsibilities: Develop scalable backend systems to support high-frequency FX trading Collaborate with quants and traders to deliver platform enhancements Drive performance tuning and solve low-level technical bottlenecks Maintain high standards in testing, documentation, and code quality Tech Stack & Skills: Strong proficiency in core More ❯

Join a Tier 1 Investment bank in their leading global FX trading platform as a Java Engineer, contributing to the backbone of ultra-low latency systems powering high-volume electronic trading. This role focuses on building high-performance, globally distributed Java services that enable real-time transaction processing, configuration management, and support for quantitative … research and trading teams. Key Responsibilities: Develop scalable backend systems to support high-frequency FX trading Collaborate with quants and traders to deliver platform enhancements Drive performance tuning and solve low-level technical bottlenecks Maintain high standards in testing, documentation, and code quality Tech Stack & Skills: Strong proficiency in core More ❯

Join a Tier 1 Investment bank in their leading global FX trading platform as a Java Engineer, contributing to the backbone of ultra-low latency systems powering high-volume electronic trading. This role focuses on building high-performance, globally distributed Java services that enable real-time transaction processing, configuration management, and support for quantitative … research and trading teams. Key Responsibilities: Develop scalable backend systems to support high-frequency FX trading Collaborate with quants and traders to deliver platform enhancements Drive performance tuning and solve low-level technical bottlenecks Maintain high standards in testing, documentation, and code quality Tech Stack & Skills: Strong proficiency in core More ❯

Join a Tier 1 Investment bank in their leading global FX trading platform as a Java Engineer, contributing to the backbone of ultra-low latency systems powering high-volume electronic trading. This role focuses on building high-performance, globally distributed Java services that enable real-time transaction processing, configuration management, and support for quantitative … research and trading teams. Key Responsibilities: Develop scalable backend systems to support high-frequency FX trading Collaborate with quants and traders to deliver platform enhancements Drive performance tuning and solve low-level technical bottlenecks Maintain high standards in testing, documentation, and code quality Tech Stack & Skills: Strong proficiency in core More ❯

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, cutting-edge environment where milliseconds matter? We are working with a pioneering High Frequency Trading Company who have a very exciting opening in their fast growing London based team! You’ll have the chance to work with some of the brightest minds in the field, collaborating on … challenging projects, and making a tangible impact on the performance of the companies trading systems. If the thought of pushing the boundaries of technology and automation within financial markets interests you, this could be the perfect opportunity to take your career to the next level! About the role: You will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability … performance, and efficiency the companies trading platforms. This is not your average DevOps role - this position focuses on site reliability, where you'll be troubleshooting, supporting traders, and interacting with multiple teams across various locations to ensure systems stay resilient and fast. Responsibilities: • Support traders and trading applications, providing real-time troubleshooting to keep systems running More ❯

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, cutting-edge environment where milliseconds matter? We are working with a pioneering High Frequency Trading Company who have a very exciting opening in their fast growing London based team! You’ll have the chance to work with some of the brightest minds in the field, collaborating on … challenging projects, and making a tangible impact on the performance of the companies trading systems. If the thought of pushing the boundaries of technology and automation within financial markets interests you, this could be the perfect opportunity to take your career to the next level! About the role: You will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability … performance, and efficiency the companies trading platforms. This is not your average DevOps role - this position focuses on site reliability, where you'll be troubleshooting, supporting traders, and interacting with multiple teams across various locations to ensure systems stay resilient and fast. Responsibilities: • Support traders and trading applications, providing real-time troubleshooting to keep systems running More ❯

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, cutting-edge environment where milliseconds matter? We are working with a pioneering High Frequency Trading Company who have a very exciting opening in their fast growing London based team! You’ll have the chance to work with some of the brightest minds in the field, collaborating on … challenging projects, and making a tangible impact on the performance of the companies trading systems. If the thought of pushing the boundaries of technology and automation within financial markets interests you, this could be the perfect opportunity to take your career to the next level! About the role: You will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability … performance, and efficiency the companies trading platforms. This is not your average DevOps role - this position focuses on site reliability, where you'll be troubleshooting, supporting traders, and interacting with multiple teams across various locations to ensure systems stay resilient and fast. Responsibilities: • Support traders and trading applications, providing real-time troubleshooting to keep systems running More ❯