Senior Software Engineer - Low Latency Systems

Platform Recruitment — United Kingdom · Posted ~2 hours ago

Senior Hybrid

Skills

C++ Rust software development lifecycle low latency systems system design

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

An expert software engineer is sought to create ultra-fast, reliable systems from concept to production. The role requires strong programming skills and experience delivering complex technical solutions.

Highlights

Advanced engineering opportunity focused on highly performant systems, rapid prototyping, and complex software development.

Description

Senior Software Engineer - Up to £300,000 - Cambridge Title: Senior Software Engineer Company: Proprietary HFT Location: Cambridge (Hybrid) Pay: Up to £300,000 with huge potential to increase Company: A proprietary trading firm in Cambridge, specialising in the research and development of ultra-low-latency automated trading strategies, are looking for a Software Engineer with a demonstrable background of delivering complex projects from a concept through to delivery. It is important that you have been involved in the entire software development life cycle (SDLC), as this dynamic role will require you to rapidly prototype - and ultimately move into production - highly complex, reliable and performant systems - oftentimes from scratch. Role: Develop ultra-low-latency trading systems C++ or Rust codeWork closely with a close-knit team of Software Developers and Quant TradersBuild mission-critical research systems from scratchThis is an early-stage hire for the team. Much of your work will be completely greenfield. You will be involved in the designing, prototyping, testing and productionising new software.Providing support to a small number of junior engineersWhilst not a requirement, you will be given the opportunity to grow into a senior managerial role should you wish About you: Holistic approach to problem solving; you are able to see the 'bigger picture' of your workExceptional systems knowledgeExceptional Linux knowledgeStrong networking knowledge (TCP/IP)Strong concurrent programming ability (C++ or Rust)Experienced working with distributed systems Full details are available. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with max@platform-recruitment.com to learn more.