C++ Software Engineer, Equity Trading Platform

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Overview

Remote
$140,000 - $200,000
Full Time

Skills

C++
low-latency
Docker
Kubernetes
AWS
Azure
containers

Job Details

A leading global trading technology firm is expanding its U.S. engineering team and seeking an experienced C++ Engineer to design and build high-performance trading platforms. This is a strategic growth role with exposure to equity trading systems, cutting-edge infrastructure, and cloud-native deployments.

What You ll Do

  • Design, develop, and optimize low-latency C++ applications for equity trading and market data processing

  • Implement containerized microservices architectures to support scalable trading platforms

  • Leverage Docker and Kubernetes for deployment, orchestration, and service reliability

  • Work with AWS and Azure cloud environments, integrating high-throughput trading systems with secure, distributed infrastructure

  • Collaborate closely with traders, quants, and DevOps teams to deliver production-ready solutions

  • Ensure performance tuning, fault tolerance, and high availability for mission-critical trading systems

What We re Looking For

  • Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 or later) for real-time, high-performance applications

  • Experience in equity trading or other financial market technology (low-latency, order routing, execution systems)

  • Hands-on expertise with containers, Docker, and Kubernetes for microservices architecture

  • Solid understanding of AWS and/or Azure cloud platforms, including networking and security best practices

  • Knowledge of multithreading, concurrency, and memory optimization

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a production-first, fast-paced environment

Nice to Have

  • Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Bash) for automation

  • CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code experience

  • Exposure to high-frequency trading environments or tick-level data systems

Why Join Us

You ll be part of a high-impact engineering team building next-generation trading infrastructure. We offer competitive compensation and full benefits, along with a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that values innovation and technical excellence.

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