High Frequency Trading Position (Seeking C++/Linux Expert) - (US-NY-New York - 10292)

Compensation: $100K - $150K / Year
Minimum Education: Masters
Job Type: Full Time
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This successful hedge fund has a startup culture and is looking to construct a team of top level C++/Linux trading strategists to work hand in hand with their top Portfolio Manager and develop High Frequency Trading Strategies in multiple asset classes. The firm is in a critical growth phase and now is the ideal time to become an integral member of this elite team!!

As one of our developers you will help design and develop new trading strategies from scratch while learning from accomplished quants and traders in the industry. You will learn how to design cutting edge trading algorithms and be asked to solve complex technology problems (with a real focus on “software”) as the firm leverages technology to drive the trading strategies. You will work in all aspects of the system from front end, middle-tier, and back-end database in designing solutions, testing their functions, production, implementation and support. We want you to be creative yet able to handle details efficiently.


This is not a heads down spot where you ignore everything but the code position. You will be expected to participate in the entire development process: requirements gathering, coding, production support, interfacing with operations and other staff in a fast pace environment with focus towards memory management, reliability, speed and performance sustainability.


To move further in the application process for this position you must have the ability to clearly demonstrate during the interview the complexity of the systems you are working on in great detail, any performance issues you faced in development and your knowledge of data structures and algorithms.

Qualifications

* MS/PhD Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Finance from top institution
* Hands-on C/C++ development experience
* Demonstrated experience working on the design, implementation, and deployment of large, complex software projects
* Strong knowledge in pure UNIX/LINUX operating system
* Excellent ability and knowledge to write and solve complex algorithms
* Strong skills in User-Oriented Design and scripting (shell, Per)
* Solid understanding of Data Structures, Algorithms, and Object-Oriented design
* Market structure knowledge (someone who understand Trading Systems and market data)
* Aptitude and potential greater than years of experience

If you are interested and qualified for this position please send your resume to ariel@placementprofessionals.com a cover letter is not necessary. Please keep in mind this is not a job for a consultant. We are looking for a full-time, long-term commitment. Top schools are favored.