Your role
Join a high-performance team building ultra-low latency trading systems. You'll design and implement Algorithmic Trading solutions using a hybrid of high-performance C++ and FPGA hardware, enabling deterministic execution and rapid interaction with the markets.
We're looking for someone to/is:
• design and Implement Algorithmic Trading solutions for Low Latency using C++ and FPGA.
• architect solutions to achieve Low-Latency Networking using Kernel Bypass techniques.
• interface C++ applications with FPGA hardware for real-time orchestration.
• Hands-on engineer who thrives in fast-paced environments; Performance-obsessed and precision-driven.
• self-motivated with a passion for solving complex technical challenges.
• analyze requirements and design and implement solutions in an agile iterative way.
• analyze system performance and resolve latency bottlenecks.
• increase automated testing including simulation and verification frameworks to achieve continuous delivery and reliability.
• ensure that enterprise requirements on cyber-security, platform hosting and application monitoring and logging are met.
• collaborate with the other Dev Teams, Quants, Product, and the Trading Desk.
• provide Level 3 support for production systems.
Your team
You'll be part of the Development Team in Execution Services reporting into the Front Office Product organization, delivering latency-sensitive infrastructure for Algorithmic Execution, Smart Order Routing, Internalization, and Real-time Controls across Global Markets.
Your expertise
• Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years in Low Latency C++ and FPGA (Verilog/VHDL).
• expert in C++17/20/23, Linux system programming, concurrency.
• deep knowledge of FPGA toolchains (Vivado, Quartus), timing closure and able to drive full FPGA design flow (synthesis, place & route, timing closure).
• architect cycle-accurate FPGA designs and high-speed network interfaces.
• experience with high-speed networking and hardware acceleration.
• strong background in shared memory IPC and lock-free systems.
• experience in Algo Trading & SOR Development is expected.
• familiarity with Market Microstructure and Trading Protocols (FIX, ITCH) is a plus.
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About us
UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.
We know that great work is never done alone. That's why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we're more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.
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At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We're dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That's why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we're more than ourselves.
We're committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.
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