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Senior C++ Engineer

Developrec — United Kingdom · Posted ~6 hours ago

Senior

Skills

C++ Low-latency software development Real-time systems Market data processing Automated trading systems System architecture Performance optimization Stakeholder collaboration Low-latency systems Real-time market data processing

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

A senior, hands-on role designing and developing high-performance C++ systems and real-time market data processing for global financial markets. The engineer will help build a new trading platform, influence architecture and engineering standards, optimize performance, and work directly with traders, quantitative specialists, and senior stakeholders. Deep low-latency systems expertise and willingness to take broad technical ownership are essential. Compensation can reach £300,000 depending on experience.

Highlights

A highly influential senior engineering role shaping a new trading platform and its technical standards, with direct collaboration with traders and quantitative specialists, substantial ownership, and compensation of up to £300,000.

Description

Senior C++ Engineer | London | Up to £300k total package DOE We're partnering with a highly technical trading technology business that is investing heavily in the next generation of its automated trading platform. This is a senior-level opportunity to join a small team of engineers, traders and quantitative specialists responsible for building high-performance systems that operate in real time across global financial markets. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing and developing a new trading platform, helping shape the architecture, engineering standards and technical direction for years to come. The Role You'll work directly with traders, quantitative researchers and senior stakeholders to build low-latency systems that power real-time pricing, market data processing and automated trading. This is a hands-on engineering position with significant technical influence and ownership. Responsibilities Design and develop low-latency C++ applicationsBuild high-performance trading and market data systemsDevelop exchange connectivity and order execution componentsImprove platform performance, scalability and reliabilityCollaborate closely with traders and quantitative researchersInfluence architecture and long-term technology strategyContribute to engineering best practices and technical standards What They're Looking For Strong commercial C++ development experienceExperience building low-latency, real-time systemsBackground within electronic trading or financial markets preferredStrong understanding of performance optimisationExperience working on distributed systemsAbility to operate within a fast-paced engineering environmentStrong communication and collaboration skills Why Join? Opportunity to build a greenfield platformHigh level of technical ownership and influenceSmall, highly capable engineering teamDirect access to decision makers and end usersSignificant scope for impact and progressionCompetitive compensation package Package Flexible base salaryPerformance-related bonusTotal compensation reaching £300,000Hybrid working following probation If you are looking for your next opportunity working with a high performing trading company, then please apply now!