High-Frequency Trading System Engineer (USA)

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of low-latency, high-frequency trading (HFT) systems
• Evaluate the existing execution platform and develop plans for a comprehensive revamp
• Optimize system performance across hardware and software layers, including CPU architecture, memory/cache utilization, and network interfaces (NICs)
• Ensure a clean, well-tested, and thoroughly documented codebase

  Requirements

  • Expert-level proficiency in C++ and Linux, with a deep understanding of low-level memory management, concurrency, and performance optimization
  • Proven experience developing ultra-low-latency, high-throughput systems, preferably in trading or other real-time environments
  • Strong knowledge of profiling tools and techniques for latency measurement and benchmarking
  • Hands-on experience with network protocols (TCP/UDP, multicast, Ethernet) and low-latency messaging systems
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills

    Benefits

    • Competitive base salary with guaranteed and performance-based bonuses tied to individual and company results
    • Collaborative, friendly, and results-oriented work environment
    • Full coverage of PPO health, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you and your dependents
    • Pre-tax commuter benefits
    • Additional company perks