Tower Research Capital ยท 5 months ago
Experienced Software Engineer (C++)
New York
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$120K/yr - $285K/yrTower Research Capital is a leading quantitative trading firm founded in 1998, known for its high-performance platform and independent trading teams. The Experienced Software Engineer (C++) will architect and design a high-frequency trading platform, optimize systems for low latency, and create tools for data analysis and risk management.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Architecting the trading platform to facilitate the evolving needs of trading strategies, with emphasis on market data interfaces
Designing and implementing a high-frequency trading platform, which includes collecting quotes and trades from and disseminating orders to exchanges around the world
Providing robust access to live and historical market data by leading development sprints and release cycles
Optimizing this platform by using network and systems programming, as well as other advanced techniques to minimize latencyDeveloping systems that provide easy access to historical market data and trading simulations
Creating tools to analyze data for patterns
Building risk-management and performance-tracking tools
Qualification
Required
A degree in computer science or related field
A strong background in data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming in C++
Passionate about designing in-house trading systems that are robust, resilient, and extremely fast
Brilliant problem-solving abilities
The ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills
Knowledge of any other development language, including Java, Python, Perl, Bash or Shell scripts
Working knowledge of Linux
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 (e.g., gym, personal training and more)
Company-sponsored sports teams and fitness events (JPM Corporate Challenge, Cycle for Survival, Wall Street Rides FAR and more)
Volunteer opportunities and charitable giving
Social events, happy hours, treats, and celebrations throughout the year
Workshops and continuous learning opportunities
Company
Tower Research Capital
Tower Research Capital is a computerized trading firm in the field of high-frequency trading.
Founded in 1998
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Richard Colpron
CFO
Sean Concannon, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
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