Adapt platform to meet evolving trading requirements
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge high-frequency trading technology
Professional development and mentorship within a high-performing team
Dynamic work environment focused on innovation and results
Exposure to advanced tools and techniques in the HFT space
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development of the next-generation high-frequency trading platform
Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing, results-driven engineering team
Establish and enforce coding standards, testing frameworks, and documentation practices
Ensure successful system design and implementation using modern C++ and industry best practices
Prototype critical components while maintaining high reliability and fault tolerance
Adapt to a fast-paced environment, evolving the platform to meet trading requirements while managing technical debt
Requirements
5+ years of experience as a Core or Quant Developer at a top-tier high-frequency trading firm (excluding banks or traditional funds) within the last 7 years
Experience across multiple components of HFT platforms, particularly latency-critical paths
Prior experience in a startup-phase HFT firm or trading team is highly desirable
Demonstrated leadership and people-management capabilities
Technical Skills
End-to-end understanding of modern HFT platforms, including market data, order entry, threading models, research environments, simulators, and strategy APIs
Strong proficiency in C++ (C++17 or newer)
Working knowledge of Python
Experience in multithreaded environments, including synchronization
Solid understanding of networking at the protocol level
Proficient use of modern software development tools
Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems, including kernel-level device and system mechanisms
Personal Attributes
Strong practical decision-making skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
