Software Engineer | C++ | HFT

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 13 August 2025
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Technology
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SKILLS

C++ HFT Algorithmic Trading Python Quant Finance Software Engineering Cloud Computing

FULL DESCRIPTION

Summary

A Software Engineer with C++ experience is needed by a leading European trading firm in London. This role involves working closely with researchers and traders on algorithmic trading, focusing on areas such as research platforms, ultra-low-latency trading engines, and cloud computing analytics infrastructure.

    Overview:

    One of Europe’s leading trading firms is looking to hire a C++ software engineer in their London office. This role would be desk-aligned with a high frequency trading team, with the opportunity to work closely with researchers and traders, having a direct impact on the success of the desk.

    What you’ll be doing:

    *You’ll have the chance to work across many areas of algorithmic trading, including:*

    • Their research platform, processing TBs of data daily
    • The ultra-low-latency trading engine
    • Their massive cloud computing analytics infra

    Who you are:

    - An experienced C++ programmer, with Python experience a nice-to-have

    - At least 2 years of experience in a quant finance/high frequency trading environment is preferred

    - Alternatively, had impact in high-performing teams in Big Tech

    What’s on offer:

    - Market-leading compensation

    - Flexible hybrid working

    - Leading benefits package (pension, healthcare, etc.)

    If you are a software engineer using C++, with previous experience in quant finance/high-performing teams in Big Tech, please apply.

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