Senior C++ Developer - Low Latency, Trading
Senior C++ Developer - Low Latency, Trading sought by leading investment bank based in the city of London.
*Inside IR35 - 3 days a week on site*
- Design and implement services for trading such as market data, order management, messaging layer, security reference data systems, position keeping systems, and services for user interfaces using C++
- Work with quants, traders, and other stake holders to design, implement and test technology used in trading
- Participate in DevOps (continuous integration pipeline, code quality tools, release methodologies)
Essential skills:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience, 5+)
- 5+ years of experience building highly performant, low-latency systems on Linux platform
- Expert level C++ programmer. Must have ability to use the right construct for the problem and not introduce unnecessary complexity for the sake of using a new C++ construct.
- Develop maintainable software.
- Basic script and database query coding is required
Technical skills:
C++, Linux, BSD Sockets, QuickFIX library, BOOST, STL (Advanced/Expert level proficiency)
Nice to have:
- Proficiency in Python
- Proficiency with Linux platform
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work in fast-paced environments delivering quality solutions
- Knowledge of FIX and other exchange connectivity protocols
- Knowledge of market microstructure, Smart Order Routing, and Order Management systems
Please apply within for further details or call
Alex Reeder
Harbey Nash Finance & Banking
Reference: 2962276886
Senior C++ Developer - Low Latency, Trading

Posted on Jun 10, 2025 by Harvey Nash IT Recruitment UK
Senior C++ Developer - Low Latency, Trading sought by leading investment bank based in the city of London.
*Inside IR35 - 3 days a week on site*
- Design and implement services for trading such as market data, order management, messaging layer, security reference data systems, position keeping systems, and services for user interfaces using C++
- Work with quants, traders, and other stake holders to design, implement and test technology used in trading
- Participate in DevOps (continuous integration pipeline, code quality tools, release methodologies)
Essential skills:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience, 5+)
- 5+ years of experience building highly performant, low-latency systems on Linux platform
- Expert level C++ programmer. Must have ability to use the right construct for the problem and not introduce unnecessary complexity for the sake of using a new C++ construct.
- Develop maintainable software.
- Basic script and database query coding is required
Technical skills:
C++, Linux, BSD Sockets, QuickFIX library, BOOST, STL (Advanced/Expert level proficiency)
Nice to have:
- Proficiency in Python
- Proficiency with Linux platform
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work in fast-paced environments delivering quality solutions
- Knowledge of FIX and other exchange connectivity protocols
- Knowledge of market microstructure, Smart Order Routing, and Order Management systems
Please apply within for further details or call
Alex Reeder
Harbey Nash Finance & Banking
Reference: 2962276886

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