Head of Core C++ Low Latency Dev / CTO - Prop Trading - NYC

About the role

A proprietary trading firm with offices in Chicago, New York City, and Miami is seeking a technical lead for their core development team, with potential to serve as CTO. The firm specializes in algorithmic and high-frequency trading strategies across equities, options, and futures.

Responsibilities

• Lead a core development team of 10–20 engineers
• Drive architecture and implementation of ultra-low-latency trading systems
• Oversee development for algorithmic and high-frequency strategies across equities, options, and futures

Requirements

• Deep C++ low-latency development experience in a trading environment
• Proven track record leading engineering teams in proprietary trading or HFT
• Expertise in algorithmic trading systems, market data, and order execution pipelines

Compensation

Base salary approximately $250,000–$400,000 plus bonus.