C++ Software Developer - Options Trading Desk

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Our Trade Execution team is looking for two passionate C++ Software Developer - Options Trading Desk to develop new and improve existing low latency trading systems for options trading. You will be integral in the interaction between various research and trading teams and you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies.                                                                                                                                

You’ll feel right at home if you…

  • Have significant experience developing high-availability systems in C++ and Java with very tight latency constraints
  • Have a background in multi-threaded programming and a strong understanding of hardware/software interaction
  • Are comfortable working “under the hood” and you are quite skilled in performance tuning (applications, Linux, socket I/O, etc.) and troubleshooting
  • Have a strong understanding of C++11/14/17, boost, STL
  • Have strong understanding of software development principles (OO design, TDD, etc)
  • Have strong inter-personal skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
  • Possess self-motivation, curiosity and passion for technology
  • Have strong verbal and written communication skills in English

Bonus points if you have:

  • Experience working in the trading industry or another ultra-low latency sensitive business that involves solving remarkably complex problems
  • Experience working with Research teams and Quants
  • Experience of full life-cycle software development utilizing exotic hardware/software architectures for ultra-low latency trading systems
  • Experience working with the Tbricks trading platform
  • Have solid understanding of options pricing and trading

 What you’ll be working on:

  • Building and maintaining a low latency options trading system
  • Building scalable and performant software using software engineering best practices
  • Implementing strategies of the quant research and trading teams
  • Driving projects and leading new initiatives

Vigilant is part of DRW, a global principal trading firm, and that means we have no customers or investors – our work benefits our team and our community. Here at Vigilant, you’ll have the opportunity to be part of a company like no other in Montreal, driving high performance trading systems, networks and strategies for the financial markets. Our formula for success is simple: we combine best in class technology with naturally motivated people in an environment that inspires innovation. Vigilant is proud to be named among Canada’s top employers for seven years running.

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