NYC Quantitative Trading Firm C++ Team Lead / CTO

About the role

The company is seeking a C++ team lead / CTO with relative experience to join their quantitative trading team in NYC. They specialize in futures and equities and are developing a next generation high frequency trading platform.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of the high-frequency trading platform
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers, data scientists, and product managers
• Ensure the platform adheres to strict performance and reliability standards
• Develop and implement new trading strategies using advanced algorithms
• Contribute to the overall strategic direction of the trading platform

Requirements

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in quantitative trading or high-frequency trading
• Proven track record of delivering high-performance trading platforms
• Expertise in C++ and other relevant programming languages
• Strong understanding of financial markets and trading strategies
• Experience with algorithmic trading and machine learning
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field
• Knowledge of financial derivatives and trading strategies
• Experience with financial market data and APIs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Skills

• C++ programming
• High-frequency trading
• Algorithmic trading
• Machine learning
• Financial derivatives

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including base salary and bonus
• Flexible working hours
• Professional development opportunities
• Health insurance
• Retirement plans

Pay

$150,000 - $300,000 base salary plus bonus

Schedule

Full-time position

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans

Contact

To apply, please visit www.huxley.com