Software Engineer, C++ - Graduate Opportunity

The role

The engineer will design and implement a high-frequency trading platform. They will optimize the platform for low latency and develop systems for market data and trading simulations.

What you will do

• Designing and implementing a high-frequency trading platform
• Optimizing the platform using network and systems programming to minimize latency
• Developing systems for live market data, historical market data, and trading simulations
• Creating tools to analyze data for patterns
• Building risk-management and performance-tracking tools

Required qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field
• Prior internship experience with C++ development
• A strong background in data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming in C++
• Knowledge of high-throughput systems
• Brilliant problem-solving abilities
• The ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

Nice to have

• Prior internship experience in a trading environment
• Good understanding of Linux operating system and Networking (TCP/IP and UDP)
• Knowledge of Python and shell scripting

Benefits

• Generous paid time off policies
• Savings plans and other financial wellness tools available in each region
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Free breakfast, lunch and snacks daily
• In-office wellness experiences and reimbursement for select wellness expenses
• Company-sponsored sports teams and fitness events
• Volunteer opportunities and charitable giving
• Social events, happy hours, treats and celebrations throughout the year
• Workshops and continuous learning opportunities

About the company

Tower Research Capital is a leading quantitative trading firm founded in 1998. The firm has built its business on a high-performance platform and independent trading teams.