Senior C++ Engineer - Trading Systems

Fionics — Netherlands · Posted ~4 hours ago

Senior Full-time Onsite

Skills

Modern C++ Systems programming Networking Low-latency optimization Linux Multithreading Performance optimization C++17 C++20

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

Work as a Senior C++ Engineer on performance-critical trading infrastructure where every microsecond matters. You will build, measure, and optimize end-to-end systems using modern C++, Linux internals, networking, and multithreaded programming. The role offers strong technical ownership, short feedback loops, and close collaboration with quantitative and trading specialists.

Highlights

Highly technical on-site role with direct ownership of performance-critical systems, close collaboration with traders and quantitative teams, and measurable impact on ultra-low-latency infrastructure.

Description

Senior C++ Engineer — Trading Systems Amsterdam · On-site · Full-time We're hiring a Senior C++ Engineer for a leading Amsterdam-based HFT firm. A global market maker known for ultra-low latency systems, proprietary technology, and best-in-class infrastructure. This is a role where nanoseconds matter and your code has a direct, measurable impact on trading performance. You'll work alongside traders, quants, and researchers in a deeply technical environment with real ownership and short feedback loops. What you'll do Build and optimize performance-critical trading infrastructureWork across modern C++ (17/20), Linux internals, and networkingOwn systems end-to-end: design, build, measure, optimizeCollaborate directly with the desks your code serves What you'll bring Strong production experience with modern C++ (17+)Deep systems programming and networking fundamentalsTrack record optimizing for low latency and performanceSolid Linux and multithreaded programming background Nice to have HFT, market-making, or ultra-low-latency production experiencePython, FPGA, or hardware acceleration exposureCompetitive programming or CTF background The package Top-of-market base salary plus performance bonusRelocation support for the right candidateAmsterdam, on-site (no remote) Apply directly through LinkedIn or reach out for a confidential conversation.