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Lead Software Engineer

Durlston Partners
Chicago, IL, United States
Full-time

Lead Software Engineer (C++) Algo Trading Fund $800k - Hybrid

Overview :

Lead Software Engineer tasked with building a new state-of-the-art alternative trading system servicing a highly profitable Algorithmic Trading desk, that generated over $300m profit in 2021.

The Role :

This is an entirely Greenfield build and requires a hands-on Architect, equally happy to work as an individual contributor as with management.

You will be facing off with the business, leading a team of 5 Developers, and working closely with the Lead PM and Traders, to build a bespoke in-house alternative trading system, in C++ 20

Responsibilities :

  • Employ rigorous and disciplined practices to produce ultra-low latency trading software and ancillary applications where correctness and performance are critical.
  • Optimize code, hardware, and network technology to realize Tick-To-Orders (TTOs) are among the best in the industry.
  • Improving existing system component performance by refining the underlying algorithms, methods of processing, and identifying systems bottlenecks.

Requirements :

  • Exceptional C++ programming skills
  • 5 years+ working on Automated Trading Systems
  • Quantitative / reasoning skills
  • CompSci or STEM degree from Top University

Hybrid :

Very flexible, 2 days per week (Maximum) in Manhattan Office - some weeks can be fully remote!

Budget : $800k (As always, this is negotiable)

3 days ago
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