C++ Engineering Lead

  • Location

    New York

  • Sector:

  • Job type:

    Temporary

  • Salary:

    + bonus

  • Contact:

    Elise Zajac

  • Contact email:

    e.zajac@ioassociates.co.uk

  • Job ref:

    BBBH170194_1763408638

Engineering Team Lead - C++ Developer - New York

We are looking for an established Lead C++ Developer with experience driving technical direction while still writing mission-critical code.

This an opportunity to join an established quantitative trading firm at a key inflection point - a genuine startup-style opportunity to lead the build of a next-generation high-frequency trading platform with full ownership and impact.

You will shape the architecture, roadmap, and core components of a cutting-edge research and trading stack whilst leading a small, highly skilled team, staying hands-on, building systems that enable researchers and traders to deploy sophisticated signals and strategies at scale.

What you'll work on:
* Defining architecture, coding standards, testing practices, and long-term technical direction
* Managing and mentoring a high-performing engineering team
* Prototyping and delivering core platform components using modern C++
* Iterating quickly on the platform while maintaining a strong technical foundation

What you'll need:
* 5+ years as a Developer at a top HFT firm
* Deep C++ expertise (C++17 or newer)
* Experience with multithreading, synchronisation, and Linux internals
* Working Python knowledge and strong tooling discipline
* Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and grow a technical team

Location: New York

If you're excited by the idea of leading a build that will define the future of a global trading platform - while still coding at the highest level - reach out and I'll share more about the role and team.