Low Latency C++ Developer

Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, Hong Kong

Low Latency C++ Developer

Job Description:

Open to overseas candidates – Relocation assistance and work visa sponsorship provided!

We are looking for a skilled C++ Software Engineer to join a high-performing team responsible for building and maintaining market connectivity and algorithmic trading systems. This is a hands-on role where you will develop core components for proprietary trading platforms. More experienced candidates will be considered for a Senior position.

Location : HK/ Syd/ SH

What You'll Do

• Partner with quants and traders to define how trading algorithms behave
• Write high-performance C++ code for critical trading infrastructure
• Build low-latency exchange connections and trading logic – including quoting, hedging, and arbitrage – for listed derivatives and delta one products
• Provide tier 3 support when needed
• Ensure reliability through thorough testing, automated checks, and active participation in code reviews

What You Bring:

• Familiarity with Kafka is a nice-to-have
• Deep understanding of multithreading, network sockets, and low-latency optimization techniques
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
• Solid data analysis abilities
• Prior experience building automated trading systems or exchange connectivity
• 2+ years of server-side C++ development on Linux (C++14 or newer is a plus)
• Strong design skills and attention to technical architecture

Required Skills

• Data

• Support

• Connectivity

• Development

• Kafka

• Analysis

• Trading

• Checks

• Participation

• Algorithms

• Reviews

• Components

• Reliability

• Architecture

• Optimization

• Infrastructure

• Computer Science

• C++

• Linux

• Data Analysis

• Software

• Testing

• Design

• Engineering

• English

• Science

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