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C++ Software Engineer - London / Amsterdam- Leading Global Market Maker | London, UK

Oxford Knight

London

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

19 days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a talented C++ Software Engineer to join their dynamic team in London. This innovative firm specializes in high-frequency trading and market-making, providing a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge software solutions that drive performance and efficiency in financial markets. As a Software Engineer, you will collaborate closely with business leaders to develop custom solutions that address complex challenges. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make an impact in a fast-paced trading environment, this role offers a chance to thrive and grow in your career.

In-depth experience in C++ and multi-threaded application design.
Strong preference for candidates with experience in high-frequency trading.

Build and maintain a powerful trading platform while improving performance.
Design and deploy elegant software solutions across the firm.

C++

Analytical Skills

Multi-threaded Application Design

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

C++ Software Engineer - London / Amsterdam - Leading Global Market Maker

My client is a leading global market maker across a broad array of fixed income and equity securities. Their world-class capabilities position them to meet the liquidity demands of a diverse group of institutional clients in all market conditions. In partnering with them, clients - including asset managers, banks, broker-dealers, hedge funds, government agencies and public pension programs - are able to gain a powerful trading advantage and are better positioned to meet their investment goals.

In their mission to be the most successful investment team in the world, they hire the brightest minds in technology, research, and finance to create innovative solutions that impact the financial markets and take data analysis to new levels. Software Engineers create next-generation software solutions to support business areas across the firm. Software Engineers work closely with business leaders to develop and deliver custom software solutions that optimize performance and efficiency.

Responsibilities

Build, maintain and support one of the world's most powerful trading platforms while continuously improving performance, functionality and stability of the system
Design, develop, test, and deploy elegant software solutions across the firm
Partner with business leaders to define priorities and deliver custom solutions
Analyze complex business and technical problems
Make sound decisions proactively and in a self-directed manner
Provide timely systems support for trading activities

Qualifications

Strong preference for candidates with experience in proprietary finance, high-frequency trading (HFT) and/or market-making.
In-depth experience working in C++
The ambition to solve open-ended problems using analytical methods
Sound understanding of multi-threaded application design and development
Professional experience working with distributed systems
Strong communication and interpersonal skills applicable to a dynamic trading environment
Minimum Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or related field)
A deep passion for technology and software development

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with proprietary trading

Salary: Variable - they are market leaders in compensation and pay talent based on technical ability and what they deserve. They do not base offers on your current earnings or average pay for years of experience.

Contact
If this sounds like you, or you'd like to know more, please get in touch!

Sam Jenkins
sam.jenkins@oxfordknight.co.uk
+44 (0)20 7663 2734
linkedin.com/in/sam-jenkins-b517021b4

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