C++ Software Engineer – Low Latency Trading – Hybrid

Job Category: Software Engineer
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: United Kingdom
Company Name: Xcede

About the job

The Trading Technology group of this elite Systematic Trading firm seek a C++ Software Engineer with 3+ years’ experience post securing a 1st class Degree / Distinction in your Master’s, specifically in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar.

Working daily with Portfolio Management, Trading, Quant Research, and AI Research teams, you will be responsible for building and optimizing latency sensitive Algorithmic and Automated trading solutions which power the Equities, Fixed Income, FX, and Derivatives (Futures and Options) trading teams.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual to work across core functionality of the business within the 1st 18 months, covering –

  • Backtesting / Simulations tools
  • Algo Execution
  • Order Book (OMS)
  • Market Data
  • Connectivity
  • Risk and Analytics tools

You will gain the opportunity to work with C++ 20, and C++ 23 functionality in a collegiate structure, being mentored by friendly seasoned professionals.

  • Hybrid Work model 1-2 days WFH
  • Bonus – 25%-50%

Candidates suited to this collaborative Fund require:

  • Computer Science / Software Engineering / Physics Degree (s) with 1st / Distinction achieved
  • 3+ years commercial experience post-graduation
  • Excellent C++ and OO knowledge and skills inc. Multithreading, Concurrency, Polymorphism, STL, Metaprogramming.
  • Linux fundamentals knowledge.
  • Understanding of TCP/IP (and UDP), and exposure to Socket Programming (Network Programming).
  • Genuine interest in Financial Markets
  • Prior experience &/ exposure to Linux Kernel, &/ ULL Hardware, be it FPGA / ASIC is beneficial, but not essential.

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