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
• Develop and optimize algorithms for market analysis and trading strategies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers, data scientists, and product managers
• Ensure the platform adheres to industry standards and regulatory requirements

Requirements

• Proven experience leading high-performance trading systems
• Strong background in C++ and related technologies
• Experience with high-frequency trading and algorithmic trading
• Knowledge of financial markets and trading strategies
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• At least 8 years of relevant work experience

Skills

• C++ programming
• High-frequency trading
• Algorithmic trading
• Financial markets

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including base salary and bonus
• Flexible working hours
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

$150 - $300K base salary plus bonus

Schedule

Full-time position

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Employee assistance program

Company Information

Huxley is a quantitative trading firm specializing in futures and equities. They are developing a next-generation high-frequency trading platform.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.