Exceptional Ultra Low Latency/High Frequency Market Access C++ Software Engineer – London based

Our client, a leading global player in the Ultra Low Latency Trading space has had an immense year throughout 2011, particularly in the Equity Derivatives space. Borne out of this success, they currently have impressive expansion plans for 2012 within the Equity Derivatives Market Access business and are looking to bring in an exceptional C++ Software Developer to the team. The successful C++ Software Developer will have the opportunity to work on a incredibly broad range of diverse products within the Low Latency Trading and Exchange Connectivity space. You will play a key role in the design and development of core Low Latency trading systems, Exchange Connectivity tools and market data-feeds. The trading tools will be exceptionally High Performance, multi-tiered and Multithreaded. The client is ideally looking for a self-starter and a talented Computer Programmer who can hit the ground running from day one. Solid interpersonal skills are also key as one element of the role will be client-facing, where the successful Developer will be required to utilise their solid market and product knowledge to interface with Quants and other Front Office users within leading Hedge Funds, Investment Banks and Prop Trading houses globally. Dependant on experience, there may also be the opportunity to participate in Hardware acceleration for high speed, High Frequency trading, utilising FPGA/ Verilog/ VHDL/ Handel-C.

The successful C++ Software Engineer will ideally have the following skill-set:

• Solid academic background (Bachelors/ Masters/ PhD) in Computer Science/ Physics/ Mathematics/ Electronics/ Engineering or other scientific- related field, ideally from a leading institution

• Expert C++ programming abilities in a Linux environment

• Solid experience in the design and development of Low Latency, High-Performance, Multi-Threaded systems

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills as parts of the role will involve liaising directly with clients and end-users on the trading desks of Top Tier Investment Banks, Hedge Funds and Prop Trading Firms, on a global scale

• Hardware experience would be beneficial, especially in FPGA, Handel-V, VHDL, Verilog

The responsibilities of the C++ Software Engineer will be diverse in practice, but will include:

• Design and development of innovative tools and systems for Ultra Low Latency trading and Direct Market Access, particularly within the Equity Derivatives space

• Participate in and take ownership of the complete SDLC from the specification through to the design and development, as well as testing and delivery

• Opportunity to participate in Hardware acceleration for high speed trading

• Liaise directly with clients and other Front Office users regarding current and upcoming projects

This is the perfect opportunity for an exceptional Software Developer to join a well-established and highly regarded key player within the Low Latency trading space on a global scale. Because this is a highly successful and profitable business, all compensation, bonus and benefits will be extremely competitive. If this is of interest or you would like any more information, please forward your CV to cplusplus@selbyjennings.com or call 0207 019 4163