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Category: Other - EU work permit required: Yes col-narrow-right Job Views: 4 Posted: 31.05.2025 Expiry Date: 15.07.2025 col-wide Job Description: 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 … 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 … 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 ❯

Job title: Software Engineer (C++, Python or Java) Client: Elite High Frequency Trading Firm Salary … Base (+ Bonus) Location: London/Hybrid My client are seeking a talented Software Engineer who will play a critical role in developing and optimizing high-frequency trading systems, ensuring they operate at peak performance with minimal latency. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, intellectually challenging environment where your contributions … you will liaise with Senior Stakeholders such as PMs, Quants and Traders As a Software Engineer you will have the following responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain high-performance trading applications. Performance tuning of state of the art trading systems - optimise code for maximum speed and efficiency, minimising latency. Implement and enhance trading More ❯

Social network you want to login/join with: As a quantitative developer, you will play a pivotal role in building and optimising our quant trading systems, backtesting infrastructure, and research tools. You will … collaborate closely with quantitative researchers, traders, and engineers to translate complex financial models into scalable, low-latency trading solutions. Key Responsibilities: Develop and optimise high-performance trading systems in C++ and Python for algorithmic trading and execution. Implement, test, and deploy trading strategies based on research-driven insights. Enhance and … and automation. Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related fields. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with low-latency trading systems and high-frequency trading (HFT). Background in distributed computing, machine learning, or AI-driven trading models. Familiarity with cloud computing, Kubernetes, or containerised environments. Strong More ❯

Client: Elite Algorithmic Market Making Firm Location: London/Hybrid My client is seeking a talented Software Engineer to play a critical role in developing and optimizing high-frequency trading systems, ensuring peak performance with minimal latency. This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, intellectually challenging environment with direct impact … The team works with cutting-edge technologies and boasts a world-class technical team from whom you will learn and collaborate. Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain high-performance trading applications. Performance tuning of trading systems to optimize speed and reduce latency. Implement and improve trading algorithms in collaboration with quantitative researchers and More ❯

Social network you want to login/join with: Low latency Java Developer - Algo Trading Up to £160,000 p/a Leading London-based trading firm has an outstanding opportunity for a Java Developer to join their low latency trading team. Our client quant prop trading house with performance figures of … . They are currently looking to expand their high and intraday trading presence across FX, equities and commodities. The Java Developer will: Work closely with the Head of Trading and the Quant Team and assist in design and development of new trading algorithms, mainly in Java Help engineer a new greenfield low … latency trading platform Work on connectivity to Financial Exchanges Develop utility applications and excel tools to help with trading activities Work with traders, understand requirements for new applications and strategies to develop and also resolve issues if any This is an opportunity for someone that wants to work with a smart people in a collaborative environment More ❯

Social network you want to login/join with: Graduate Software Developer required to join a high frequency trading firm operating within the sports betting markets, based in London. Due to growth the company are looking for a Graduate/Junior Software Developer who will join a team of high-calibre Developers … working on implementing new features for trading platforms. Any interest in trading (sports, crypto, financial) would be beneficial, but is not essential. The company operate in a flat structure, with a big focus on creating a collaborative culture. Experience in the following is required: 2:1 Bachelor’s degree or above from a top university in More ❯

Job Title: Python Software Engineer Client: Elite High Frequency Trading Firm Salary: £70,000 - £225,000 Base (+ Bonus) Location: London/Hybrid Role: My client is looking for an experienced Python Software Engineer to join their rapidly expanding development team, leveraging Python to streamline and automate critical processes. With a commitment to the … proactive attitude towards adopting new technologies. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, adaptable, and high-pressure environment, delivering results efficiently. Responsibilities: Design, implement, and optimize trading algorithms, order execution systems, and real-time data processing tools using Python to support front office trading strategies. Work closely with traders and quant teams to understand … requirements, translate them into technical solutions, and enhance the trading platform’s functionality and performance. Focus on improving system performance, minimizing latency, and ensuring high availability of trading systems, with a strong emphasis on efficient Python coding practices. Develop tools for real-time monitoring, risk assessment, and analytics, ensuring the systems can handle large More ❯

Social network you want to login/join with: Core C++ Developer - Revolutionary High Frequency Trading Firm, slough col-narrow-left Client: Mapped Location: slough, United Kingdom Job Category: Other - EU work permit required: Yes col-narrow-right Job Views: 1 Posted: 31.05.2025 Expiry Date: 15.07.2025 col-wide Job Description: This role could be … in either Singapore, London or New York. Candidates with relevant C++ experience may be considered for junior developer roles. Company Overview Our client is a fast-growing high-frequency trading (HFT) firm specializing in cutting-edge strategies across digital assets and traditional markets. With a strong emphasis on technology, research, and innovation, the firm … reliability. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in C++, systems programming and high-performance computing. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and optimize low-latency, high-performance trading infrastructure in modern C++ (latest standards) Implement efficient and scalable trading algorithms, order execution, and risk management systems Optimize CPU performance, memory management, and multi More ❯

Our client, a firm where O(n) is considered a catastrophic failure, is looking for L4/L5 C++ Engineers for their Core Trading Technology team. This is a role for developers who believe the OS is just a bootloader for their application and that true performance begins where the kernel ends. The Role You'll be hands … on, optimizing core trading infrastructure until it's little more than a thin, beautiful layer on top of the silicon. Your goal is to build high-performance, scalable systems with a religious devotion to ultra-low latency and deterministic performance. You'll be interacting with Central Limit Order Books (CLOBs), which are basically the final boss … of concurrent, high-throughput data structures. Key Responsibilities: What You'll Actually Be Doing Architecting in C++: You will design and implement trading systems using modern C++. We expect you to have strong opinions on C++20/23 features and to write code so efficient it makes compilers weep with joy. Applying Mechanical Sympathy: You don More ❯

Join a globally renowned high-frequency trading firm and a highly respected, multi-strategy hedge fund at the forefront of systematic and quantitative research. We are looking for exceptional senior quant researchers/traders to join our systematic trading strategies team in New York City, London or Europe. Competitive compensation & performance-based … bonuses Your Role: As a Senior Quantitative Researcher, you will lead the development and optimization of high-frequency trading strategies in traditional financial markets. You will work closely with world-class engineers, quants, and traders to solve complex real-time challenges using advanced quantitative techniques and cutting-edge technology. Key Responsibilities: Develop and optimize … systematic, high-frequency trading strategies. Conduct quantitative research to uncover market inefficiencies and improve model robustness. Collaborate with engineering teams to build scalable, low-latency trading systems. Leverage machine learning and statistical methods to enhance signal generation and performance. Mentor junior researchers and foster a culture of technical excellence and collaboration. Who More ❯

Job title: C++ Software Engineer Client: Elite Prop Trading Firm Salary … Base (+ Bonus) Location: London/Hybrid My client are seeking a C++ Software Engineer who will play a critical role in developing and optimizing high-frequency trading systems, ensuring they operate at peak performance with minimal latency. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, intellectually challenging environment where your contributions … the most cutting edge technologies and boast a world class technical team where you will work and learn from the best. Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain high-performance C++ trading applications. Optimize code for maximum speed and efficiency, minimizing latency. Implement and enhance trading algorithms in collaboration with quantitative researchers and traders. Develop and More ❯

Software Engineer to be a part of its multi-billion technology trading platform and looking for a candidate with strong technology experience across multiple disciplines, High-Frequency Trading, and Low Latency Environments. Software Engineers with expertise in C++ will be a part of the Core Infrastructure team which is responsible for designing … developing, and maintaining a low latency trading platform that is deployed globally. Skills Required: Have significant experience developing high-availability systems in C++ and Python with very tight resource/latency constraints Have a background in multi-threaded programming and a strong understanding of hardware/software interaction Are comfortable working “under the hood” and you … a custom compiler, writing a matching engine, or working with large amounts of data in real-time Have strong verbal and written communication skills Experience working in the trading industry or another ultra-low latency-sensitive business that involves solving remarkably complex problems Full life-cycle software development utilizing exotic hardware/software architectures for ultra-low latency More ❯

various experience levels, from mid-level professionals to senior experts. In this role, you will work on developing, optimizing, and maintaining KDB+/q-based applications, supporting high-frequency data processing, and collaborating with customers and internal teams to deliver efficient data solutions. Experience with KX products, including KX Insights, KX Enterprise, or KDB+/q … experience with KX products (KX Insights, KX Enterprise, or KDB+ on cloud). Expertise in query optimization, memory management, and scaling KDB+ solutions. Strong knowledge of market data, trading systems, or real-time analytics. Experience with … data pipelines, cloud-based KDB+ deployments, and distributed computing. Ability to lead projects, optimize system architecture, and mentor junior developers. Preferred Qualifications (for all levels): Experience with high-frequency trading, quantitative finance, or IoT applications. Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). Familiarity with monitoring tools (Splunk, Grafana More ❯

Elite Algorithmic Market Making Firm Location: London/Hybrid My client is seeking a C++ Software Engineer who will play a critical role in developing and optimizing high-frequency trading systems, ensuring they operate at peak performance with minimal latency. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, intellectually challenging environment where … is a plus. Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments. Knowledge of hardware optimization techniques (e.g., SIMD, GPU computing) is a plus. Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain high-performance C++ trading applications. Optimize code for maximum speed and efficiency, minimizing latency. Implement and enhance trading algorithms in collaboration with quantitative researchers and traders. Develop and More ❯

research, and technology to develop and implement diverse investment strategies. Their team consists of experts from various fields, including engineering, computer science, and finance, working collaboratively to optimise trading and investment processes. They focus on automation and systematic approaches to manage risk and deliver consistent returns across different markets and asset classes. They are looking for a senior … expertise in low latency development, ideally in cryptocurrency markets or HFT. Responsibilities Pivotal role in enhancing market access systems to meet the demands of low-latency and high-frequency trading in cryptocurrency markets. Work closely with traders and researchers to understand the unique requirements of cryptocurrency trading and provide timely feedback and More ❯

as our compass, we are shaping the future of financial ecosystems. At the heart of what we do lays our proprietary Tech infrastructure leveraging on principles of high-frequency trading to offer top-range execution and market making services. About the Role This is a key role where you'll help architect, build, and More ❯

Social network you want to login/join with: Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) - Crypto High-Frequency Trading, Slough Client: Selby Jennings Location: Slough, United Kingdom Job Category: Other EU work permit required: Yes Job Views: 2 Posted: 06.06.2025 Expiry Date: 21.07.2025 Job Description: We are looking for a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to help … design and build automation, configuration, and deployment tooling for our high-frequency trading (HFT) platform. This role ensures our trading systems remain highly available, scalable, and robust, supporting a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: Develop scalable tools for automation, deployment, and infrastructure management. Enhance system performance, reliability, and efficiency through automation. Manage AWS … infrastructure, ensuring smooth configuration and deployment. Implement observability tools for monitoring and debugging. Ensure fault tolerance, redundancy, and high availability of trading systems. Support infrastructure for C++ and Rust-based trading systems, ensuring seamless integration. Qualifications: Strong programming skills in Python; ability to read C/C++ code. Expertise in Linux systems and performance More ❯

Software Engineer – High Frequency Trading - Trade Automation - Multi-Strategy Hedge Fund - Multi Billion Dollar Hedge Fund - Multiple Headcount - Up to £500k TC Join a leading multi-strategy hedge fund, where you’ll collaborate with elite engineers and top investment professionals to develop cutting-edge trading technology. We are seeking highly skilled Software … Engineers with 5+ years of experience to join a leading multi-strategy hedge fund. This role offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, technology-driven trading environment where you will collaborate with elite engineers and top investment professionals to develop cutting-edge trading technology. Key Responsibilities: Drive the transformation of trading, research … technologies (AWS), containerization (Docker), and messaging systems (SNS, SQS, RabbitMQ) . Immediate opportunities to contribute meaningfully and drive innovation. If you are passionate about building robust, high-performance trading systems and want to work with some of the best minds in the industry, apply below More ❯

Job Title: Application Support Client: FinTech trading Salary: Up to £120,000 + Bonus/Benefits Location: London (Hybrid) My client are a completely tech driven proprietary trading firm, looking to expand their Application Support team, and would like someone with prior front office experience to provide technical support and engineering functions in support of their … proprietary and third party trading systems. This role will be highly technical with a large focus on automation! responsibilities: Ensure readiness of the global trading platform for both pre-trading and post-trading activities. Monitor and support the entire transaction flow across the trading platform. Promptly identify, analyse, and resolve … alerts and issues, or escalate them to minimize disruptions in trade flow and prevent outages. Collaborate extensively with the trading community, back office operations, brokers, exchanges, development teams, and infrastructure teams. Supervise automated processes, scheduled jobs, and routine reports. Create tooling and automate processes where necessary to optimise workflows/inefficiencies Liaise with Dev and Infrastructure teams to More ❯

Our client, a major High-Frequency Trading firm, is looking to hire a C++ Software Engineer to help develop and build out their HFT and MFT trading platforms. This individual will work closely with one of the firm's most successful Trading teams to help optimise their trading … firms, collaborate with an exceptionally talented team operating in a hybrid approach, and earn market-leading compensation packages. Responsibilities: Work directly on Mid-Frequency and High-Frequency Trading platforms and collaborate with some of the firm's top Traders Assist in the development and optimization of a top-class trading … of hands-on experience with C++ Software Engineering experience within the financial industry (ideally at a HFT firm, Hedge Fund or leading investment bank) Previous exposure working on Trading Systems Experience with Python development would be a plus Familiarity with Linux BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related quantitative discipline To discuss the role in confidence, please reach More ❯

Expiry Date: 31.07.2025 col-wide Job Description: We are partnered with a rapidly growing, venture-backed London-based technology firm at the forefront of digital assets and high-frequency trading. This innovative company is building cutting-edge infrastructure to power liquidity across both centralised and decentralised trading platforms. As part of their expansion, we … their low-latency trading systems. We are partnered with a rapidly growing, venture-backed London-based technology firm at the forefront of digital assets and high-frequency trading. This innovative company is building cutting-edge infrastructure to power liquidity across both centralised and decentralised trading platforms. As part of their expansion, we … core pricing engine for throughput and performance. Contribute to the development and tuning of network infrastructure for rapid data transmission. Design, build, and test new components in high-frequency trading, trade monitoring, and risk management. What We're Looking For: A strong academic or professional background in computer science, mathematics, engineering, physics, or related More ❯

About Wintermute Wintermute is one of the largest crypto-native algorithmic trading companies in digital assets. We provide liquidity algorithmically across most cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading products as well as support high profile blockchain projects and traditional financial institutions moving into crypto. We actively participate … founded in 2017 by industry leaders and has successfully navigated multiple crypto industry cycles. Culturally, we combine the best of the two worlds: the technology standards of high-frequency trading firms in traditional markets and the innovative and entrepreneurial culture of technology startups. Read more here. Working in the DeFi team We are always … or Go Comfortable working on Linux environments and Git version control Experience with programmatic statistical analysis and quantitative/analytic skills High level understanding of high-frequency market making strategies Understanding of blockchain fundamentals and mechanics of the EVM Familiarity with smart contract development and the Foundry toolkit A passion for learning about protocol More ❯

A leading global trading firm is expanding its Core Engineering and Platform Infrastructure team in London. We are seeking exceptional C++ developers with a deep understanding of systems-level programming and a passion for performance. Ideal candidates have experience in competitive programming and are ready to tackle some of the most complex engineering challenges in finance. Key Responsibilities … Design and implement high-performance C++17+ infrastructure libraries and tools. Develop ultra-low latency systems for global trading operations. Engineer core platform components: memory allocators, kernel bypass, custom RPC, and distributed compute frameworks. Optimise performance at the hardware/software boundary, including GPU acceleration and CUDA-based compute. Work on Linux kernel internals, networking stacks, and … tools. Background in platform engineering, distributed systems, or high-performance computing. Preferred Background: Participation in competitive programming contests (IOI, ICPC, Codeforces, etc.). Experience in high-frequency trading, market data systems, or real-time infrastructure is a plus. Please apply for more info More ❯

Our client, a Leading High-Frequency Trading Firm, is looking to hire a skilled Quantitative Developer/Python Engineer to collaborate directly with a successful HFT team. This role gives you the opportunity to join one of the world's most successful hedge funds, collaborate with an exceptionally talented team operating in a hybrid … approach, and earn market-leading compensation packages. Responsibilities: Develop, upgrade, and optimize real-time HFT trading platform Work closely with experienced Traders and help them build out their new trading strategies Build analytical tools to help manage portfolio risk, pre/post trading analysis and performance attribution Help on-board new instruments and backtest … existing ideas on new instruments Monitor system health and implement tools and techniques to enhance trading activity Desirable Candidates: 3+ years of hands-on coding experience building real-time trading systems Strong Python experience. Machine Learning libraries experience is a plus C++ background is advantageous. Experience building production infrastructure for signal generation, backtesting and execution Bachelors More ❯

United Kingdom Job Category: Other - EU work permit required: Yes col-narrow-right Job Views: 4 Posted: 31.05.2025 Expiry Date: 15.07.2025 col-wide Job Description: Quantitative Trader – High-Frequency Trading - Futures A leading trading firm is seeking a High Frequency Futures Trader to join their hugely successful desk. … with expert analysts and researchers to implement profitable strategies Successfully manage risk to optimise profits Ensure strategies produce excellent return on capital Designing, developing and managing profitable systematic trading strategies in Futures (Sharpe 2+) Qualifications Experience at a proprietary trading firm, bank, or hedge fund Previous experience working with languages such as C++ or Python Demonstrate … developing strategies Excellent communication and collaboration abilities Bachelor’s degree required in related field, such as computer science, or economics If you are looking to join a leading Trading Firm whilst leveraging advanced technology, then this is the role for you. For more information, please apply #J-18808-Ljbffr More ❯