C++ Developer - High-Frequency Trading

Phaxis LLC

New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$250,000–$350,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Benchmarking, C++ Programming Language, CPU (Central Processing Unit), Concurrency, Data Processing, Hedge Funds, High Availability, Identify Issues, Linux Operating System, Memory Hardware, Multithreaded Programming, Network Programming, Performance Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Quantitative Research, Realtime Operating System, Risk Management, Scalable System Development, Software Development, Software Engineering, Stock Market, Trading Platforms
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
18 days ago
Salary is 250k to 350k + bonus
2 days remote and 3 days onsite

Seeking a highly skilled C++ Engineer to help build and enhance mission-critical trading infrastructure. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex performance challenges and developing systems where speed, reliability, and efficiency are paramount.

What You'll Do

" Develop and enhance low-latency trading platforms using modern C++.
" Build scalable components supporting market data processing, order routing, execution, and risk controls.
" Improve application performance through advanced optimization techniques across CPU, memory, and threading models.
" Design and maintain connectivity solutions for trading venues and market data feeds.
" Work closely with quantitative researchers, traders, and engineering teams to deliver high-performance solutions.
" Analyze, benchmark, troubleshoot, and tune production systems to reduce latency and improve throughput.
" Contribute to the stability and resiliency of real-time trading environments.

What We're Looking For

" Advanced experience developing software in modern C++ (C++17 and newer).
" Strong background in performance-sensitive, low-latency applications.
" Solid understanding of multithreading, concurrency, and network programming.
" Experience developing and tuning applications in Linux environments.
" Track record of building highly available, real-time systems handling large volumes of data and transactions.
" Previous exposure to electronic trading platforms within financial markets or digital asset environments.

Preferred Background

" Experience working within quantitative trading, market-making, hedge fund, proprietary trading, or exchange environments.
" Strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for performance optimization.
" Comfortable operating in fast-paced environments where engineering excellence directly impacts business outcomes.

About the Company

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Phaxis LLC

We stand for PERSEVERANCE, as we refuse to quit when the journey gets tough. Your gold is our mission, and we search day and night to find it.
COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
https://phaxis.com/