C++ Developer / Senior C++ Technologist – Greenfield Project, Leading Global Hedge Fund recruitment
C++ Developer / Senior C++ Technologist – Leading Global Hedge Fund
Montash Associates have been retained by a global quant-driven Hedge Fund to assist in the search for and acquisition of a senior C++ developer / C++ specialist to join an integral team. The successful candidate will take on the role of C++ Developer in the trading technology team and will assist in the design and build of a high frequency real-time trading platform and related parts of the system.
The ideal candidate will be considered a leader in the design and build of these systems and will be a passionate hands-on C++ developer and OO technologist.
The trading technology team is at the heart of this firm’s algorithmic trading effort. They seek outstanding programmers with significant experience in the design, development and optimization of algorithmic trading and automated execution platforms.
The successful applicant will collaborate with research and develop advanced execution algorithms and will develop and maintain applications in high-frequency trading platform
The following skill set/experience is required:
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with C++ programming
- Proficient with C++ STL and multi-threaded programming
- Familiarity with Unix and Windows scripting languages
- A degree in Computer Science or a related field
- Experience in developing global financial trading applications is desirable
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
- Strong academic background with a 2:1 or above in a Computer Science or related subject from a leading University.
- Ability to work in often highly pressurised environments and to tight deadlines.
- Motivated, enthusiastic and thrives in a dynamic environment.
- Assured and confident in own abilities and speaking with senior members of the organisation.
- Must have a record of delivery and achievement to a high standard.
This is a key hire for the fund, and as such the remuneration will be excellent; a base of up to $160k and very good hedge fund bonus show that only the very best candidates will be considered.
If this fantastic opportunity is of interest, please forward a CV to paulk@montash.com. Alternatively, if more information is required please call Paul Kirtley on +44 207 749 6066