C++ Developer (Market Data) - Hedge Fund

Responsibilities:

• Architect, implement, monitor, and support low latency C++ systems.
• Collaborate with hardware and software developers to build real-time market data systems.
• Drive new technical initiatives and contribute to the team's direction.
• Develop systems for historical market data and trading simulations.
• Design and implement a low latency high-frequency trading platform.
• Optimize the platform using advanced techniques to minimize latency.
• Build and maintain automated test and benchmark frameworks.
• Test and benchmark different feed handlers on various hardware.
• Support and manage real-time market data environments.
• Automate support and management capabilities for the market data platform.
• Liaise with users, including portfolio managers and trading desks.
• Enhance processes related to market data platform operations.

Qualifications:

• Degree in computer science or related field.
• Strong background in data structures, algorithms, and C++.
• Good understanding of Linux system internals and networking.
• Deep understanding of CPU architecture.
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Knowledge of Java, Python, Perl, or shell scripts.
• Experience with complex market data systems.
• Technical experience supporting global market data environments.
• Strong understanding of market data concepts and functionality.
• Hands-on Site Reliability Engineering or DevOps skills.
• Experience with monitoring and metrics for distributed market data platforms.