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Software Engineers C++ Algorithmic Trading Location: Hybrid (2 Days in London) Start Date: April 2025 (Immediate Start Available) Contract Length: Long-Term (Inside IR35) Job Type: Contract Industry: Algorithmic Trading Are you a passionate C++ developer with a strong background in algorithmic trading? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have experience developing sophisticated trading systems? This is your opportunity to join a global leader in the energy and finance sectors and work on cutting-edge algorithmic trading platforms. Why This Opportunity? This role offers the chance to join a major player in the energy and finance industries, working on high-performance, Real Time trading systems. You will collaborate closely with the Electronic Market Making (EMM) and Trading Business teams to develop and enhance the core algorithms that drive trading systems in financial markets. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement with flexibility to work 2 days a week in London. Key Responsibilities: Algorithm Design & Development: Create and implement algorithms that power trading platforms, enabling orders to be routed directly to exchanges or internal systems based on the logic you build. Market Data & Exchange Connectivity: Manage market data pricing and exchange connectivity, ensuring low-latency, high-performance execution. Leadership & Mentorship: Lead a talented team of C++ engineers, driving technical excellence, performance optimization, and high-quality code delivery. Collaboration: Work with the trading business to ensure algorithms meet market requirements and business goals. System Stability & Operational Excellence: Ensure the platform is stable, with maximum uptime for trading systems operating in various markets. What We're Looking For: Trading Experience: Recent experience working in algorithmic/electronic/Real Time trading systems is essential. Technical Leadership: Proven ability to lead a technical team in high-performance, complex environments. C++ Expertise: Strong proficiency in C++ programming, with an in-depth understanding of object-oriented programming, data structures, algorithms, and performance/latency optimization. Systems Design & Architecture: Experience with the design and architecture of complex, distributed systems. Linux Knowledge: Solid experience with Linux platforms and operating systems. Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills to lead teams, guide technical discussions, and collaborate with business stakeholders. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to tackle complex issues in fast-paced environments. Skills & Requirements: Core Skills: Expertise in C++ development, systems design, and performance optimization. Experience with version control systems (eg, Git), build systems, and CI/CD pipelines. Familiarity with Python, Java, or other programming languages is a plus. Ability to translate business requirements into functional code. Experience conducting code reviews and maintaining high coding standards. Experience: 5-10 years of experience in algorithmic/electronic/Real Time trading systems development. 5+ years in a leadership role, managing and mentoring teams of engineers. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with Agile or Scrum development methodologies. Desired Expertise: Significant experience in algorithmic trading environments (hedge funds, proprietary traders, liquidity providers). Excellent problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based setting. What's in it for You? Contract Role: Competitive daily rate with the flexibility of hybrid working (2 days in London). Career Growth: Lead and mentor a team of skilled engineers while working on cutting-edge algorithmic trading technologies. Stability & Impact: Contribute to the success of high-performance trading systems in a global financial technology environment, ensuring systems operate smoothly and efficiently. How to Apply If you have the expertise and passion to develop high-performance trading algorithms, we want to hear from you! Apply today and email with all evidence of suitability for this job, your salary expectations and availability to interview with provisional day you can start the job (see below) Marina Economidou, Senior Recruitment Consultant