Our client was founded over 26 years ago by technologists with the goal of building the fastest, high-frequency trading platform in the world. They are based in New York City but have a footprint in eleven major metros globally. We are looking for an experienced C++ Software Engineer to be a part of a growing team in the Montreal area that is focused on developing the next-generation, world-class, high-frequency trading platform for our client.
You Want To:
- Work in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment, where your voice is heard and you are not just another number.
- Join an organization that values work/life balance and affords you the opportunity to work hybrid or in the office based on your schedule/interests.
- Have the ability to work in a newly formed team and have the ability to advance in your career as the team/company continues to scale.
You Will:
- Architect the trading platform to facilitate the evolving needs of trading strategies, with emphasis on market data interfaces
- Designing and implementing a high-frequency trading platform, which includes collecting quotes and trades from and disseminating orders to exchanges around the world.
- Providing robust access to live and historical market data by leading development sprints and release cycles
- Optimizing this platform by using network and systems programming, as well as other advanced techniques to minimize latency
- Developing systems that provide easy access to historical market data and trading simulations
- Creating tools to analyze data for patterns
- Building risk-management and performance-tracking tools
You Have:
- A BS Degree in Computer Science
- A strong background in data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming in C++
- A passion for designing multi-threaded applications that are robust, resilient, and low-latency
- Experience developing financial/FinTech applications or leveraging C++ for network or operating systems (O/S) level coding
- Brilliant problem-solving abilities
- The ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment
- Knowledge of any other development language, including Java, Python, Perl, Bash or Shell scripts
- Working knowledge of Linux
Benefits:
Our Client’s cubicle-free workplace, jeans-clad workforce, and well-stocked kitchens reflect the premium the firm places on quality of life. Benefits include:
- Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses
- 401(k) with company matching
- 5 weeks of paid vacation per year plus 11 paid holidays
- Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks on a daily basis
- Reimbursement for health and wellness expenses
- Free events and workshops
- Donation matching program
Who We Are:
Catch Talent is an Inc. 5000 recruiting agency that delivers end-to-end talent acquisition solutions to growing technology, digital media, and professional services companies. Headquartered in Charleston, SC, Catch brings over a century of technical recruiting expertise to local and national clients and offers a full range of flexible solutions including direct placement hiring, recruitment process outsourcing, contract, and contract-to-hire models. Catch specializes in the full talent attraction lifecycle by sourcing and recruiting qualified candidates who are interview-ready, culturally aligned, and ready to make an immediate impact.
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