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Venture Search · 9 hours ago

C++ Developer (Prop Trading Firm)

positionChicago, IL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level

Venture Search is a technology-driven trading firm specialising in trading options on futures. They are seeking an experienced C++ Software Developer to join their trading technology team, where the individual will be responsible for building and maintaining systems for executing trading strategies with speed and precision.

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Hiring Manager
Lewis Piper
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Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain low-latency C++ applications used for trading strategy execution
Collaborate closely with traders, quantitative researchers, and engineers to translate strategies into robust, production-ready systems
Optimize performance across networking, operating systems, compilers, and application code
Contribute to system architecture, instrumentation, and deployment processes
Debug, monitor, and enhance systems running under real-world trading conditions

Qualification

C++LinuxPerformance tuningData structuresAlgorithmsConcurrencyDebuggingScripting (Python/Bash)Networking conceptsFPGA accelerationGPU computingEffective communicationCollaboration skills

Required

Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 or later)
Deep understanding of computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and concurrency
Strong debugging, profiling, and performance-tuning abilities
Comfortable working in a Linux environment with experience in system-level programming
Ability to work independently and drive projects from concept to production
Effective communication and collaboration skills in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment

Preferred

Experience developing low-latency, high-throughput systems, ideally in a trading environment
Familiarity with market data feeds, exchange connectivity, or order management systems
Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Bash for tooling and automation
Background in finance, quantitative systems, or high-frequency trading
Knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/UDP, kernel bypass, packet capture)
Exposure to FPGA acceleration, GPU computing, or other specialised hardware optimisations

Company

Venture Search

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Venture Search is a recruitment agency that specializes in staffing and employment services for various industries.
dateFounded in 2019
location
London, England, GBR
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://www.venturesearch.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

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