Software Engineer

💼 Software Engineer - High-Performance Trading Systems

Locations: London

Exceptional opportunity within a HFT firm!

We're partnering with an innovative company that leverages cutting-edge technology and data science to build ultra-low latency systems for fast-paced markets. They're seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join their high-performance technology team.

🎯 What You'll Do:

• Build and optimise ultra-low latency execution systems and trading infrastructure
• Develop high-performance data pipelines processing millions of market data points
• Create automated tools for deploying models and managing real-time execution systems
• Work on microsecond-critical systems that require extreme performance optimisation
• Collaborate with researchers to implement algorithmic strategies in production environments
• Optimize system architecture for minimal latency and maximum throughput

🛠️ What We're Looking For:

Essential:

• 5+ years of professional software development experience
• Strong programming skills in C++, Python, or other performance-oriented languages
• Experience with low-latency systems, real-time data processing, or high-frequency applications
• Understanding of system performance optimisation and memory management
• Knowledge of networking protocols, market data feeds, or execution systems

What Makes You Successful:

• Obsession with performance optimization and eliminating latency
• Strong analytical mindset for debugging complex timing issues
• Collaborative team player who thrives under pressure
• Detail-oriented approach to mission-critical systems
• Passion for building systems that operate at extreme scale and speed

No finance background required - we value strong technical skills and the right mindset!

🌟 Why This Role:

• Work on some of the most performance-critical systems in the world
• Cutting-edge technology stack optimised for speed and reliability
• Opportunity to learn advanced low-latency optimisation techniques
• Collaborate with brilliant engineers pushing the boundaries of system performance
• Excellent compensation reflecting the specialised nature of the work
• Direct impact on system profitability through performance improvements
• Collaborative environment where everyone's work is valued equally.

Ready to build systems where every microsecond counts?

Send me a message to learn more about this high-performance engineering opportunity!

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