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C++/Python Trading Platform Developer

New York, NY
Our client is a world renowned Investment Bank with offices in NYC.

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
 Our Trading Services team is responsible for developing and supporting trading platform (order
management, market data, trading workflow, etc.) for equities, equity derivatives and other
products

 This position will provide technical leadership, develop, and maintain core trading infrastructure
for various desks such as Flow Trading, Delta One, Structured Products, etc.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?
 Implement services for trading such as market data, order management, messaging layer, security
reference data systems, position keeping systems, and services for user interfaces (C++, Python) *
– 50%
 Work with quants, traders, and other stake holders to design, implement and test technology
used in trading* – 20%
 Participate in DevOps (continuous integration pipeline, code quality tools, release
methodologies)* – 10%
 Lead projects by writing specifications and guide the team to choose appropriate frameworks,
methodologies, and techniques* – 20%

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
 Basic Qualifications (Legislative Requirement)
 At least a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field
 10+ years of experience building highly performant, low-latency systems on Linux platform
 Expert level C++ programmer. Familiarity with C++11 or later. Must have ability to craft software
that is maintainable and extensible. Must be able to guide a team of software developers towards
the right solutions.
 Expert level Linux platform knowledge
 Proficiency in Python
 Basic Unix shell scripting and database knowledge is required

Other Required Qualifications:
 Strong analytical and problem solving skills; ability to work in fast-paced environments delivering
quality solutions
 Excellent communication skills and a high desire to collaborate and deliver high quality solutions.
 Ability to communicate at all levels within technology and the business units
 Ability to keep abreast of technology developments in low-latency trading and direct the team
towards the right solutions
 Ability to work in high-pressure environment of a trading desk

What’s in it for you?
We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together
to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other,
reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
 A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive
compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
 Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
 Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
 Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
 A world-class training program in financial services
 Flexible work/life balance options
 Opportunities to do challenging work
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