C++ Software Engineer – Core Development

London, England, United Kingdom • Posted June 10, 2026

Job Type: Full-time
Location: London, England
Posted: June 10, 2026
Category: Computer Occupations
Application Deadline: July 20, 2026

Role Description

Salary: up to £220k base + bonus


Summary


Leading global HFT firm is looking for a pragmatic C++ Engineer to join the Core Development team, a global group of technologists who architect, build and maintain the algorithmic trading platform.


As a C++ Engineer, you will design, build and test the infrastructure, tools and systems that drive trading and business needs. Working closely with traders, quant researchers and technologists across the firm, you’ll solve difficult technical problems ranging from CPU architecture & operating systems to networking & hardware.


Technology is prized by the traders as crucial to their continued success. This role would suit a strong problem-solver, who enjoys collaborating with others in a fast-paced and energetic environment.


Requirements

  • Minimum 4 years’ modern C++ programming experience on Linux

  • Solid understanding of computer systems (operating systems, net...
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