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Full-Time

Software Engineer

C++

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Flow Traders

Flow Traders

501-1,000 employees

Global liquidity provider for financial markets

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$185k - $210kAnnually

+ Annual Discretionary Variable Remuneration

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Data Structures & Algorithms
C/C++
Requirements
  • BSc, MSc, or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics or equivalent
  • 5+ years post-graduation professional C++ software development experience (proprietary trading industry preferred)
  • Ability to write clean, reliable, and highly scalable code
  • Expertise in algorithms and data structures
  • Experience in parallel, asynchronous, and multithreaded programming
  • Interest in achieving maximum performance from available hardware and software
  • Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical business colleagues
  • Ability to travel to Flow Traders' offices around the world
Responsibilities
  • Write efficient code, create new designs and maintain existing applications with a focus on low latency and stability
  • Work in small teams grouped by business area and follow agile practices
  • Own a set of related applications and work in tight, daily collaboration with business owners
  • Align requirements, implementation, and standards with global C++ Engineering Team
  • Deliver core US roadmap items which require real-time and/or critical-path software

Flow Traders is a global liquidity provider that focuses on Exchange Traded Products (ETPs) and is expanding into other asset classes. The company operates in major financial markets across the Americas, APAC, and EMEA regions. It utilizes a proprietary technology platform to set bid and ask prices for thousands of ETP listings and similar financial products, which helps ensure there are enough buyers and sellers in the market, facilitating easier trading for investors. Flow Traders primarily serves institutional clients, such as hedge funds and asset managers, who depend on their efficient trading services. The company earns profits by taking a small margin on a large volume of trades, capitalizing on their advanced technology and market knowledge to maintain a competitive edge. Additionally, Flow Traders is dedicated to corporate social responsibility, aiming to create shared value in economic, social, and environmental aspects.

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Founded

2004

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

4%

2 year growth

12%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Employees at Flow Traders benefit from exposure to cutting-edge financial technologies and diverse market sectors, enhancing their professional growth and expertise.
  • The company's strategic investments and partnerships provide a dynamic and innovative work environment, fostering continuous learning and development.
  • Flow Traders' strong market presence and financial backing offer stability and growth opportunities for employees.

What critics are saying

  • The rapid pace of technological change in the financial sector requires constant adaptation, which can be challenging for employees.
  • Flow Traders' involvement in volatile digital asset markets may expose employees to higher levels of market risk and uncertainty.

What makes Flow Traders unique

  • Flow Traders stands out by actively investing in a diverse range of financial technology and digital asset companies, showcasing a commitment to innovation and market diversification.
  • Their involvement in both traditional and digital asset markets allows them to leverage cross-market expertise, unlike competitors focused solely on one sector.
  • Flow Traders' strategic investments in emerging technologies and platforms, such as Zest Protocol and Crossover Markets, position them at the forefront of financial market evolution.

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Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance coverage

401(k) plan with generous match

In-house lounge with a bar, game consoles, poker & billiards tables

Daily catered lunch, cold brew coffee on tap and a fully stocked kitchen

Weekly table massages and bi-weekly haircuts

Annual company trip and a variety of events throughout the year

Reimbursed gym membership or home equipment and other wellness initiatives

Global rotations between our offices worldwide

Flow Academy for continuous learning and opportunities to attend industry seminars and conferences