Senior C++ Developer – E-Trading Software | Capital Markets
EC1 Partners are working with a leading E-Trading software provider seeking a Senior C++ Developer to join their high-performing engineering team. This role suits a hands-on developer with strong technical expertise in building performant systems for the front office in institutional finance.
You’ll work on designing and developing cutting-edge low-latency trading solutions and infrastructure that directly support institutional clients. A background in capital markets, electronic trading, or financial services is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, low-latency trading platforms using modern C++
• Contribute to the development of algorithmic trading systems and large-scale analytics engines
• Analyse and optimise existing software to improve scalability, reliability, and performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new features and components efficiently
• Participate in architectural discussions and technical design processes
Qualifications/Skills:
• Strong experience with modern C++ (C++14/17/20), with 5+ years of hands-on development
• Solid understanding of multithreading, memory management, and performance tuning
• Experience building real-time trading or capital markets systems
• Familiarity with low-latency, high-throughput applications
• Experience with Linux systems and associated toolchains
• Strong understanding of software design patterns and system architecture
• Effective communicator with the ability to work closely with both technical and business teams
• Experience with financial markets, particularly FX, is a plus
• Knowledge of EMS/OMS platforms is an advantage
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking and collaborative environment. You’ll be surrounded by highly skilled engineers working on impactful trading technologies. Compensation includes a competitive salary, performance bonus, and benefits package.
Apply now to learn more or to be considered for this exciting role.