Senior C++ Developer - Ultra Low Latency
Senior C++ Developer - High-Frequency Trading (HFT) | FAANG Candidates Welcome to Transition into Finance
Industry: High-Frequency Trading | Finance
We are partnering with a leading HFT firm in search of an experienced C++ Developer. If you are a skilled C++ developer from a top-tier tech company (FAANG) looking to transition into finance, this is an outstanding opportunity to apply your expertise in low-latency, high-performance systems. You will work on ultra-low-latency trading platforms, tackling complex challenges in memory management, system optimisation, and FPGA integration.
Responsibilities:
- Design and maintain high-performance C++ code for ultra-low-latency trading systems.
- Optimise memory usage, prevent memory leaks, and implement custom allocators.
- Apply advanced synchronisation techniques, including lock-free programming.
- Integrate trading strategies with FPGA systems to ensure seamless performance.
- Collaborate with infrastructure teams to optimise system performance.
Key Skills and Experience:
- 8 - 15 years of C++ development experience in low-latency, high-performance environments
- Expertise in memory management, threading, and synchronisation.
- Strong Linux systems programming and system optimisation skills.
- Experience with FPGA integration is beneficial, though not required.
- Familiarity with HFT systems or transferable skills from tech industries.
- Knowledge of NUMA architecture, multi-core optimisation, and kernel bypass techniques (e.g., DPDK, RDMA) is a plus, not a requirement.
If you are ready to apply your skills in one of the most dynamic industries, apply now and help shape the future of trading!
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