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C++ Low Latency Engineer Systematic Trading - Selby Jennings

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Posted 21 Sept 2026 · Added 22 Sept 2026, 00:11
EfinancialCareers0.0 (5)Information servicesfounded 2000
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Our client is a technology-driven systematic trading firm seeking a C++ Software Engineer to build and optimise the low-latency infrastructure powering their global trading platform. You'll work on performance-critical systems where efficiency, scalability and reliability directly impact trading performance.

Technical Skills

Modern C++ & Low Latency

Modern C++ (C++17/20/23 and beyond)

Low-Latency Systems Development

Performance Engineering & Optimisation

Multithreading, Concurrency & Memory Management

STL, Object-Oriented Design & Software Architecture

Systems Engineering

Linux / Unix

Distributed, Real-Time & Event-Driven Systems

Messaging Infrastructure

Networking

TCP/IP, UDP & Socket Programming

High-Performance Networking

Desirable Trading Technologies

FIX Protocol

Exchange Connectivity

Market Data Feeds

Electronic Trading Systems

Ideal Background

Open to candidates from either financial services or leading technology firms who have experience building high-performance, latency-sensitive software. Experience within trading, exchanges or financial markets is beneficial but not essential.

What's on Offer

Build critical technology within a leading systematic trading environment

Work alongside high-calibre engineers on challenging technical problems

Significant ownership and direct impact on business outcomes

Competitive compensation and strong long-term career progression opportunities

Apply now!