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Low Latency Developer, C++ at Qube Research & Technologies (Hong Kong, China)

Qube Research & Technologies· Hong Kong, China·

Job description

Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. We are a technology and data driven group implementing a scientific approach to investing. Combining data, research, technology, and trading expertise has shaped our collaborative mindset, which enables us to solve the most complex challenges. QRT’s culture of innovation continuously drives our ambition to deliver high quality returns for our investors.

This role will be a member of the Trading Execution team, building and enhancing key components for QRT. This role will work with many aspects of electronic/ algorithmic trading and data management systems.

The successful candidate will have a Computer Science degree or equivalent, and possess in depth knowledge and experience of developing in C++. A strong background in Linux / C++ low latency optimizations is a must. A background in Linux kernel, FPGA, and Network card offloading will also be advantageous.

Your future role within QRT

  • The successful applicant will be a key member of the development team building and enhancing low latency trading systems for QRT
  • The role will cover design, development, validation, deployment, and production support of QRT's trading system constellation of market data handlers, trading gateways, trading platforms, and other systems surrounding it

Your present skillset

  • 3-10 years of experience in low latency Linux development using C/C++, STL, Boost
  • Experience designing and implementing multithreaded and distributed systems
  • Experience in front-office trading desk-aligned role is an advantage
  • Good knowledge of distributed network architecture
  • Good knowledge of Equities and Futures asset classes highly desirable
  • Familiar with C++ optimization techniques
  • Familiar with Linux / GCC development toolchain
  • Knowledge of market data feed handlers and execution gateways highly desirable
  • Good team player

QRT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity as essential to our success. QRT empowers employees to work openly and respectfully to achieve collective success. In addition to professional achievement, we are offering initiatives and programs to enable employees achieve a healthy work-life balance.

Why work at Qube Research & Technologies

  • Compensation & Career Growth: Highly competitive pay. Interns can earn around $12k per month. Over 40% of staff are in a deferred compensation plan with exposure to fund performance. Glassdoor rating of 4.1/5.0, with compensation (4.0) and career opportunities (4.1) as top highlights.
  • Culture & Demographics: Young, high-performance culture (74% of staff aged 40 or under, 38% aged 30 or under). 90% of staff reported good team morale in an internal survey. Described as a "fertile ground for experimental research."
  • Work Environment: Hybrid/office-based depending on role and location. Offices in London (HQ), Paris, Hong Kong, Singapore, New York, Chicago, Dubai, Mumbai, Geneva, and more. New London office in Victoria.
  • Notable Perks: Deferred compensation plan with fund performance exposure. Interns can earn around $12k per month. Strong focus on work-life balance initiatives.
  • Engineering Culture: Heavy emphasis on technology (Python, C++, C#, Snowflake, FPGA, low-latency systems, MLflow, Kubernetes). 22% of staff are in Research roles, 6% in Technical roles. Strong support for coding initiatives and academic projects in maths and science.

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