Expert Low Level C++ Developer recruitment

This is an unbeatable opportunity for a passionate C++ guru to make a move into the finance sector and work for one of the most highly-regarded and respected Hedge Funds across Europe. The client has an incredible success story for 2011, despite the global markets, and is looking to continue on this success with further expansion in its High Frequency Trading team. The company are well-known for their open, collaborative and ‘academic’ working environment as well as their heavy investment in research and technology, thus this would be an ideal opportunity for an exceptional C++ Software Developer to really grow and thrive in their own career. The team itself use a wide range of the latest tools and technologies (covering C++, Java, C#, F#, oCaml and other functional programming languages) and thus this would be perfect for a passionate technologist to gain exposure to and work with the latest tools around. Given the innovative culture within the High Frequency Trading team, this really would be the perfect environment for a creative thinker to employ the latest technologies in a fast-paced, exciting and challenging working environment. The successful C++ Software Developer would play the crucial role in the research, design, development and implementation of next generation High Frequency Trading tools and systems.

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

• Solid C++ programming ability, ideally in a Unix/ Linux environment

• Solid professional coding experience, particularly working with real-time, low latency or high- performance systems

• Strong communication skills as this is a business-focused and open, collaborative working environment

• A passion for technology and a keen ambition to work with the latest tools and technologies

• Solid Computer Science background, ideally with a Masters or PhD from a top institution

The responsibilities of the successful C++ Software Developer will include, but not be limited to:

• Research, design and development of cutting-edge, real-time tools for a next generation High Frequency Trading platform

• Liaise with quant researchers  and other developers regarding current and upcoming projects

• Use the latest tools and technologies to design and develop innovative High Frequency Trading systems

This is a unique opportunity for a talented technologist to make that leap into the financial sector. Given that most of the team comprises of other developers from a similar non-finance background, you will be in an environment that is tailored to your needs while the client invests heavily in the training of their employees. As this is a hugely successful and profitable company, all compensation, bonus and benefits will be extremely competitive. Due to the nature of the role there has already been a great level of interest in this opportunity, and the client is looking to begin initial telephone conversations over the next few weeks. If this is of interest or you would like more information, please forward your CV to cplusplus@selbyjennings.com or call 0207 019 4163