C++ Developer Trading House recruitment
C++ Developer Trading House
Alexander Black Recruitment is urgently looking for a C++ Developer to join our high profile client.
Our client is a diversified prop trading house with office in London, Amsterdam, Australia/Asia and Chicago. They have achieved massive success by leveraging market leading trading and technology. They employ 200 people globally.
The Development Department comprises multiple teams made up of C++ Developers, C# Developers, Tactical Developers and System Testers. They all work together building sophisticated tools for traders to trade securities and derivatives in markets.
The role is business facing one working with the traders to implement new ideas and further enhance our in-house developed trading applications. This is a business facing role so you must be an excellent communicator.
You will:
Produces the fastest and best trading tools by:
- Gaining an understanding of option pricing theory, market making and trading conditions
- Actively seek and clarify product requirements with end users and other knowledgeable staff
- Find new techniques on how to improve trading algorithms and systems
- Designing and delivering code with automated testing performance always in front of mind
The environment is that of Facebook or Google, relaxed open with time to think and make the right decisions. The atmosphere is calm and relaxed with an open dress code. This is a role for techies, those who are motivated by the sharp end of technology.
Candidates must have:
- BSc in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics
- Exceptional C++ with strong object oriented design skills
- Experience in developing with STL and/or Boost
- Understanding and experience in developing performance sensitive systems Real-time systems development
- Experienced in network software development, e.g. socket programming
- Good understanding of software development methodologies – especially Scrum/Agile methods
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Cross-platform development (Windows and Linux)
This role suits an experienced C++ developer who is looking to gain experience of financial markets. This is an ideal springboard into trading development.
My client is based in London
If this sounds of interest then please send your most recent cv to banking@alexanderblackrecruitment.co.uk or call James Holland on 0207 590 3681