C++ Software Engineer

Durlston Partners

📍 london, london, United-Kingdom

Full-time Other-General Posted June 08, 2026

Job Description

C++ Software Engineer – High-Frequency Trading

Looking for a C++ Engineer with strong commercial experience in low latency or ultra-low latency systems, to join a systematic trading firm operating at the cutting edge of high-frequency trading.

Role Overview:

  • You will work across the full trading system stack, building and optimising the infrastructure that powers live trading at scale.
  • Design and implement high-performance C++ systems targeting sub-microsecond and nanosecond-level latency
  • Optimise production code for speed, reliability, and throughput under live market conditions
  • Collaborate directly with traders, quant researchers, and fellow engineers on technically demanding problems
  • Work across the full software lifecycle in a fast-paced, results-driven environment

Requirements:

  • Strong modern C++ (C++17 or later), with commercial experience in low late...