NYC Quantitative Trading Firm C++ Team Lead / CTO

Specialist quantitative trading firm in NYC focused on futures and equities is building a next-generation high-frequency trading platform and seeks a C++ Team Lead / CTO.

About the role

You will lead the development of a cutting-edge, low-latency trading system in modern C++.

Requirements

• Extensive hands-on C++ (C++17/20) experience in a high-performance, low-latency environment
• Proven track record leading engineering teams that build and deploy trading or exchange systems
• Deep understanding of market microstructure, order types, and execution strategies
• Familiarity with FPGA/ASIC acceleration, kernel bypass, and hardware colocation is a plus

Pay

Base salary range: $150,000 – $300,000 plus performance bonus.