Job Description

qSpark is looking for an experienced C++ developer to evolve and enhance our high-performance, low-latency trading systems in the world of high-frequency trading (HFT).

In this role, you’ll design, develop, and lead major features in performance-critical systems, working closely with a team of strong C++ engineers. The environment is fast-paced and ownership-driven, requiring someone who is comfortable taking initiative and delivering under pressure.

Our systems are technology-driven, with minimal reliance on legacy code, and demand developers who can quickly adapt and continuously improve.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build and optimize high-performance, low-latency C++ systems powering performance-critical trading platforms.
• Analyze real-time trading system performance and drive data-informed improvements to latency, throughput and reliability.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in modern C++ (C++17 and above).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or related quantitative fields (e.g., Computational Finance, Quantitative Economics).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a strong sense of accountability.
• Big Advantage - experience with high-performance or low-latency system development.
• Advantage - knowledge in Python.
• Advantage - knowledge in financial and stock markets.