Contract Lead C++ Software Engineer

City of London
4 weeks ago
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Global Financial Services organisation is hiring for a Contract Lead C++ Software Engineer to drive the development of high-performance algorithmic and real-time trading systems. This is a unique opportunity to lead a talented team of C++ engineers and collaborate closely with the Electronic Market Making and Trading Business to build the next-generation trading platform. This is a 6-month Contract paying between £600 - £675 per day Inside IR35. Hybrid working, 2 days per week in the office.

As a Technical Lead, you will play a crucial role in shaping the system's architecture, optimizing performance, and ensuring operational excellence. You will be hands-on in coding, designing, and developing core trading stack components, while fostering a culture of innovation and engineering excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Technical Leadership: Lead and mentor a high-performing team of software engineers,
    ensuring best practices and high coding standards.
  • Hands-On Development: Architect, design, and develop highly optimized, low-latency trading
    solutions in C++.
  • System Stability & Performance: Ensure maximum uptime for trading systems across markets,
    implementing performance and latency optimizations.
  • Collaboration & Strategy: Work closely with business stakeholders, quantitative
    researchers, and traders to translate business needs into technical solutions.
  • Code Quality & Review: Perform PR reviews, drive best development practices, and maintain
    robust version control and CI/CD processes.

    Requirements:

  • 5+ years' experience in team leadership, with direct responsibility for managing developers
  • Proven track record in building scalable trading platforms within Hedge Funds, Proprietary
    Trading Firms, Liquidity Providers, or Large Financial Institutions.
  • Deep expertise in C++ programming, object-oriented design, and low-latency systems.
  • Strong knowledge of systems design, distributed computing, performance tuning, and Linux-
    based development.
  • Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and modern development tools (Git,
    CI/CD pipelines).
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related
    field.

    Preferred Skills & Experience:

  • Experience with additional languages (Python, Java) is a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of software development tools and automation frameworks.
  • Ability to drive technical strategy and influence stakeholders.

    Please apply for immediate interview!

    CBSbutler is operating and advertising as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for interim / contract / temporary positions. CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds

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