Senior C++/C# Engineer for trading environment

Job Title: Senior C++/C# Engineer for trading environment

Location: Jersey City, NJ (Hybrid, minimum 3 days onsite)

Duration: Contract - 12 months

Pay Range: $69.99/hr (W2)

Job ID: 407166

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior C++/C# Engineer for a trading environment to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in electronic trading systems, low-latency application support, and integration/protocol debugging and a proven ability to manage and govern trading applications, validate releases, and collaborate with traders in high-pressure settings.

Responsibilities:

• Provide Level 3 support for a low-latency trading platform with direct interaction with AMRS traders.


• Manage escalations with the trading platform vendor and coordinate fixes and enhancements.


• Oversee application management and governance, including compliance with enterprise security mandates.


• Maintain and monitor trading feeds between trading platforms and surveillance/audit systems.


• Review application changes and conduct QA, including release validation testing.


• Contribute to integration projects leveraging Java within Unix and Windows environments.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with electronic trading platforms and low-latency systems.


• Proficiency in C++ and C#, with working knowledge of Java for integrations.


• Integration and protocol expertise, including debugging in production-like environments.


• Strong communication skills to interface with traders and cross-functional teams.


• Experience conducting QA and release validation for trading applications.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of Futures and Bonds trading.


• Understanding of global markets and market structure.


• Experience with BROADWAY (now part of Bloomberg) trading platforms.

Role Logistics & Interview Process:

• Start date: ASAP. Expected start 2-4 weeks after offer to meet business needs.


• Hybrid schedule with a minimum of 3 days per week onsite.


• Interview process: 1st round remote, 2nd round onsite with traders.


• Glider Candidate ID Verification required.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.


• Opportunities for growth with global clients.


• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.


• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Interested? Apply Now!

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume. Please include your current location and onsite availability in Jersey City, NJ. If you have experience with BROADWAY (Bloomberg), please highlight it.