C++ Software Engineer @ Old Mission

C++ Software Engineer

Posted on 8/9/2022

INACTIVE

Locations

London, UK

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

Bash

C/C++/C#

Git

Linux/Unix

Operating Systems

Python

Requirements

BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or another technical field A passion for solving challenging problems
2+ years of experience developing applications in C++ (with at least a year with C++14 or 17)
Experience with C++11/14/17, Linux and Python and BASH scripting
Must have In-depth knowledge of the LINUX kernel and systems programming
Experience with writing applications connecting to exchange API's or using network protocols
Experience with parallel, concurrent, and multi-threaded programming
Prefer experience with low-latency computing and hardware-level design Experience with Git, SVN, Mercurial
Strong systems knowledge

Responsibilities

Research, design, and develop new ultra-low latency architectures
Benchmarking and optimizing our existing automated trading infrastructure
Writing new market data and order entry handlers
Developing and maintaining a real-time position and risk management systems
Working with operating systems, system/processor performance
Working with a small collaborative team in an entrepreneurial environment

Old Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the-art technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across multiple asset classes around the world. Our offices in Chicago, New York, London, and Singapore are all composed of naturally-curious individuals who thrive in a team environment and constantly strive for improvement.

Old Mission does not seek capital from outside investors, allowing us the flexibility to aggressively invest in our team members and keep them engaged in the firm’s growth.

About The Position

Old Mission Europe LLC, a global quantitative trading firm, is hiring. We are growing and seeking a Software Engineer to join our team in London. Job responsibilities include designing, building, and optimizing our current automated trading infrastructure. This Engineer will also be tasked with working directly with Traders and Quants to develop the next generation of the firm’s trading algorithms and strategies.

Responsibilities:

Research, design, and develop new ultra-low latency architectures
Benchmarking and optimizing our existing automated trading infrastructure
Writing new market data and order entry handlers
Developing and maintaining a real-time position and risk management systems
Working with operating systems, system/processor performance
Working with a small collaborative team in an entrepreneurial environment

Required Skills:

BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or another technical field A passion for solving challenging problems
2+ years of experience developing applications in C++ (with at least a year with C++14 or 17)
Experience with C++11/14/17, Linux and Python and BASH scripting
Must have In-depth knowledge of the LINUX kernel and systems programming
Experience with writing applications connecting to exchange API’s or using network protocols
Experience with parallel, concurrent, and multi-threaded programming
Prefer experience with low-latency computing and hardware-level design Experience with Git, SVN, Mercurial
Strong systems knowledge

Old Mission is not accepting unsolicited resumes from any staffing/search firms. All resumes submitted by staffing/search firms to any employee at Old Mission via-email, the Internet or directly without a valid signed search agreement will be deemed the sole property of Old Mission, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Old Mission.

51-200 employees

Website

Global quantitative market-making platform

Company Overview

Old Mission's market making platform enables them to work with the world’s largest brokers, clearing firms, and institutional investors as a trusted partner, assisting them in transferring risk in a wide range of securities, often at prices that are much tighter than the competition. Old Mission values thousands of financial instruments globally, and have traded trillions of dollars of securities using proprietary systems and models, both on and off exchange.

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Discretionary bonus
Top tier Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance paid for by the firm
401(k) with employer match
Full stocked kitchen, free breakfast and lunch everyday on-site
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible Spending Plan
Commuter Benefit Program

Company Core Values

Ownership
Collaboration