PhD C++ Software Developer – Boutique Hedge Fund – Asia;Singapore recruitment

My client is a boutique hedge fund firm based in Singapore who are fast becoming best known for its outstanding profits in addition to its fantastic product performance. The firm has a great focus on cutting edge technology, and is home to some of the Asia’s most forward thinking technology systems and platforms. Since it’s formation 3 years back my client has grown at an outstanding rate and thus they are now looking to bring on board an exceptional PhD level C++ Software Developer to the team. The successful candidate will join a small but very dynamic group of developers, bringing highly technical knowledge to the team that enables them to contribute in all phases of a product’s life cycle from initial design/concept to its final implementation. The candidate will join a small team of developers and look to drive a number of development initiatives forward, having a key input in developing aspects of the high-frequency trading (HFT) server. Being in a smaller team of developers the exceptional PhD Junior C++ Software Developer will be integral to all dimensions of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), however, the role also enables the successful candidate to report directly to the senior partners in Asia, thus, gaining unbeatable exposure to the business side of the firm also and the global markets.

PhD Junior C++ Software Developer, Boutique Hedge Fund, Singapore requires the following skill-set;

• Exceptional C++ programming skills

• Secondary programming in Java is a plus

• High Frequency

• STL/Boost

• Perl/Python

• Multithreaded/Low Latency/Real-time systems and programming

• Solid architectural knowledge

• Analytical/Problem-solving

• Design and implementation

• Hands-on and self-motivated

• PhD (e.g. Computer Science/Electrical Engineering etc) – Top Level University

Responsibilities for, PhD Junior C++ Software Developer, Boutique Hedge Fund, Singapore requires the following skill-set;

• Participation in all aspects of SDLC

• Sharp Bright – Ability to adapt to market activity quickly and implement appropriate initiatives

• Strong architectural knowledge for scalability/availability/consistency, detailed design

• Deployment and ongoing maintenance, support and continual enhancement

• Desire to work in High Frequency Field

• Report to Senior Partners/Head Traders

This is truly great opportunity for a PhD level Junior C++ Programmer to establish themselves in a very sharp and challenging environment. The firm is world renowned for having the highest caliber of personnel on board their ranks and are maintaining great product performance despite current markets. The scope of the position offers great potential to build a career surrounded by some the best developers in Singapore, being part of a number of exciting projects in their infancy bringing young and innovative ideas to the table whilst gaining thorough exposure to the business side of the firm. Top performers are rewarded with very competitive bonus potential plus benefits and incentives. Both candidates who have just finished their studies and candidates who may a few years financial experience are welcome to apply, as well as those who have been in software development/research but would now like to translate their skill-set into the financial space also. My client is looking to recruit now so candidates are advised to apply ASAP in order to not miss this amazing opportunity.

To apply for this position please contact cplusplus@selbyjennings.com or call 020 7019 4163/212 231 8223

Key Skills: C++, Java, STL/Boost, Python, Perl, MySQL, Multithread, (PhD Computer Science/Electrical Engineering etc), High Frequency, Singapore, Asia