C++ Quantitative Developer - C++17/20 | Linux | Low-Latency | Equities | Python - Permanent

C++ Quantitative Developer - C++17/20 | Linux | Low-Latency | Equities | Python - Permanent

Posted 5 days ago by Scope AT Limited

Negotiable
Undetermined
Onsite
London, UK

Summary: We are looking for experienced C++ Quantitative Developers to design and implement ultra-low-latency trading systems in a fast-paced equities technology environment. The role requires strong expertise in C++ and Linux, with a focus on low-latency trading systems. Candidates will collaborate with trading teams to optimize execution performance and build high-performance trading infrastructure. This is a permanent position based in Central London, requiring onsite presence five days a week.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop execution algorithms, order management, connectivity & messaging systems.
  • Collaborate directly with trading teams to optimise execution performance.
  • Build robust, resilient, and high-performance trading infrastructure.
  • Contribute to automated testing, performance benchmarking, and tooling.

Key Skills:

  • Strong C++ (11/17/20+) with Multithreading & asynchronous programming.
  • Deep knowledge of Linux internals & networking.
  • Experience with low-latency, Real Time trading systems.
  • Background in equities trading/execution algorithms.
  • Familiarity with Python for quantitative research (desirable).
  • Strong computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, OOP).

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

C++ Quantitative Developer - C++17/20 | Linux | Low-Latency | Equities | Python - Permanent
Central London | Onsite 5 Days

We're seeking experienced C++ Quantitative Developers (Senior & Lead) to design and implement ultra-low-latency trading systems within a fast-paced equities technology environment.

Key Skills & Experience:

  • Strong C++ (11/17/20+) with Multithreading & asynchronous programming.

  • Deep knowledge of Linux internals & networking.

  • Experience with low-latency, Real Time trading systems.

  • Background in equities trading/execution algorithms.

  • Familiarity with Python for quantitative research (desirable).

  • Strong computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, OOP).

Role Highlights:

  • Develop execution algorithms, order management, connectivity & messaging systems.

  • Collaborate directly with trading teams to optimise execution performance.

  • Build robust, resilient, and high-performance trading infrastructure.

  • Contribute to automated testing, performance benchmarking, and tooling.

Permanent Role - Central London (Onsite 5 Days)

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If you're an experienced C++ developer with low-latency trading expertise, we'd love to hear from you.