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Quantitative Developer - HFT (C++)- Systematic Quant Fund
Oxford KnightLondon🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 19 Aug 2026
Why This Role Stands Out
You'll thrive in this hybrid role by developing cutting-edge, latency-critical C++ components within a globally recognized systematic hedge fund, collaborating with diverse engineering teams to drive innovation. This position offers significant career growth, professional development, and a competitive compensation package, all within a supportive and balanced work environment. Apply now to contribute your expertise to a dynamic and rewarding career.
Quick Overview
Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
Summary:
Our client is a leading tech-driven quant and systematic hedge fund trading with offices across the globe. They leverage deep knowledge in data, research, technology and trading to deliver high-quality returns. This opportunity offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment with excellent prospects for career growth.
Now looking to expand the HFT team with an experienced C++ engineer to be responsible for the latency-critical stack: from kernel-level tuning & network optimisation to highly efficient C++ components. In this role, you will design end-to-end architectures where every single nanosecond counts in close collaboration with colleagues from FPGA, hardware and infrastructure engineering.
Requirements
Benefits:
Whilst we carefully review all applications, to all jobs, due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not possible to respond to those who have not been successful.
Contact
If you would like to know more about this position, please do not hesitate to get in touch!
Mike McLoughlin
mike.mcloughlin@oxfordknight.co.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelmcloughlin00/
Our client is a leading tech-driven quant and systematic hedge fund trading with offices across the globe. They leverage deep knowledge in data, research, technology and trading to deliver high-quality returns. This opportunity offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment with excellent prospects for career growth.
Now looking to expand the HFT team with an experienced C++ engineer to be responsible for the latency-critical stack: from kernel-level tuning & network optimisation to highly efficient C++ components. In this role, you will design end-to-end architectures where every single nanosecond counts in close collaboration with colleagues from FPGA, hardware and infrastructure engineering.
Requirements
- 5+ years' engineering experience in performance-critical C++ (C++17 or newer)
- Strong grasp of systems programming, low-level understanding including memory management and architecture of CPUs
- Solid proficiency with Linux internals, kernel parameters, and low-level profiling
Benefits:
- Great opportunity to be part of a collaborative, creative environment where you can feel valued for your input
- Competitive salary + generous benefits
- Professional and personal development
- Relaxed, casual culture, with a healthy work-life balance
Whilst we carefully review all applications, to all jobs, due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not possible to respond to those who have not been successful.
Contact
If you would like to know more about this position, please do not hesitate to get in touch!
Mike McLoughlin
mike.mcloughlin@oxfordknight.co.uk
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelmcloughlin00/
Skills
FPGA
C++
HTTPS
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