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C++ Developer- Sophisticated Prop Trading Firm
Oxford KnightLondon🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 27 Jul 2026
Why This Role Stands Out
You can excel in a high-impact remote role at a sophisticated prop trading firm, where you'll design and optimize a cutting-edge low-latency trading platform, tackling complex parallel computation and machine learning challenges. This opportunity is perfect for experienced C++ developers who thrive in dynamic environments and are eager to contribute to innovative financial technology. Apply now to leverage your skills in a rewarding and flexible setting with exceptional compensation.
Quick Overview
Salary
£200k/yr
Work Type
Remote
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
Salary: up to £200k + bonus
Summary
High-frequency prop trading firm with offices worldwide are looking to expand their in-house trading team with a talented software developer well-versed in modern C++.
Enjoying high levels of autonomy, the successful candidate will design, develop and implement a low-latency, high-frequency trading platform. You will also contribute to the development and optimization of large-scale parallel computation problems involving large amounts of shared data, and improve performance by optimizing the efficiency of machine learning-based algorithms.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and possess exceptional communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
Requirements
NB: Please do not apply if you are a fresh graduate.
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 this sounds like you or you would like to know more, please get in touch:
Andy Stirling-Martin
andy@oxfordknight.co.uk
020 3137 9579
linkedin.com/in/andrew-stirling-martin-7664a946
Summary
High-frequency prop trading firm with offices worldwide are looking to expand their in-house trading team with a talented software developer well-versed in modern C++.
Enjoying high levels of autonomy, the successful candidate will design, develop and implement a low-latency, high-frequency trading platform. You will also contribute to the development and optimization of large-scale parallel computation problems involving large amounts of shared data, and improve performance by optimizing the efficiency of machine learning-based algorithms.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and possess exceptional communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
Requirements
- 5+ years of practical experience in C++ and 3 years with Python
- Professional experience of C++ 14/17/20
- Strong proficiency with data structures, algorithms, and OOP
- Sound experience using other programming languages, such as Java
- Solid working knowledge of Linux and SQL
- Self-starter, with a passion for innovation and building systems from scratch
NB: Please do not apply if you are a fresh graduate.
Benefits
- Competitive salary + bonuses
- They're willing to be flexible with WFH
- Benefits including medical insurance and gym membership
- Collaborative and friendly environment with smart, highly engaged colleagues
- Relaxed, dress-down office culture, with breakfast, lunch and snacks provided
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 this sounds like you or you would like to know more, please get in touch:
Andy Stirling-Martin
andy@oxfordknight.co.uk
020 3137 9579
linkedin.com/in/andrew-stirling-martin-7664a946
Skills
SQL
Machine Learning
C++
Java
Python
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