Sr. C++ Trading Systems Trade Matching Engine Developer

All comp numbers below are “all in comp” which typically is  paid as base pay bi-weekly. There is some latitude we can apply to the numbers for the right candidates with the right experience. The range for this role is $225k-$275k. The actual base pay is dependent upon several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant experience, business needs and market demands. This role is also be eligible for employee benefits.

Our client a well-respected and successful Electronic Trading exchange that operates over numerous Asset classes.  They are currently looking to hire numerous highly motivated Mid to Sr. C++ Trading Systems developers with demonstrated experience in designing, developing, and delivering core production software solutions in a mission critical trading systems environment. 

Major responsibilities include:
* Assessing business and systems requirements and developing functional specifications
* Designing and developing high-quality, high-performance trading systems software written in C++ to meet deliverable timelines and requirements
* Adhering to SDLC/methodology
* Building business level subject matter expertise in trading systems functionality and processing 
* Provide second level support for production on an ad hoc basis when necessary 
 
Qualifications:
* Strong knowledge of the logical business domain and transaction handling (i.e.  functional programming of business logic) in Options and/or Equities trading systems required
* Full software development life cycle experience in a mission critical trading systems environment a must… Options, Equities, Futures, etc.
* Must possess excellent software design skills and knowledge of advanced data structures
* Must have exceptionally strong C++ knowledge and debugging skills in a Linux environment
* Solid knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming concepts a must
* Knowledge of the BOOST libraries and STL required
* Must have experience in developing real-time applications in a distributed processing architecture 
* Must have excellent organizational and communication skills  
* Must be able to work effectively in a team environment 
* Strong knowledge of TCP/IP multicast and socket programming a plus
* Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Shell, and Perl a plus

Education and Experience:
* Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in IT/Computer Science
* 7+ years of experience in C++ development
* 5+ years of demonstrated experience in delivering software solutions in a trading systems environment for an Exchange or a Wall Street firm

 

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