C++ Developer - Market Making Trading Team
Job Title: C++ Developer - Market Making Trading Team
Location: Hong Kong
Division: Global Markets Technology
Company: Leading European Investment Bank
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated C++ Developer to join our Market Making Trading Team in Hong Kong. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and technology, contributing to the design and development of ultra-low latency trading systems for one of Europe's most prominent investment banks.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and optimise high-performance C++ applications for automated market making and electronic trading.
- Collaborate closely with traders, quants, and other technologists to deliver robust and scalable trading solutions.
- Implement and maintain latency-sensitive components including order management, market data handling, and execution logic.
- Continuously improve system performance, reliability, and monitoring.
- Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment processes in a fast-paced production environment.
Requirements
- Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 or later) with a deep understanding of performance optimisation and memory management.
- Solid experience in low-latency, high-throughput systems, preferably in a trading or financial services environment.
- Familiarity with Linux systems, multithreading, and network programming.
- Experience with market data feeds, order books, or exchange connectivity is a strong plus.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a dynamic trading floor environment.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in electronic trading, market making, or quantitative finance.
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for tooling and automation.
- Exposure to Asian markets and trading venues is advantageous.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a cutting-edge trading team at a globally recognised European bank.
- Work in a collaborative, high-impact environment with direct exposure to trading strategies and decision-making.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Opportunities for career growth and global mobility.
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