About this role
Salary: £100,000 - 100,000 per year
Requirements: Strong C++ backend development experienceExperience working with traders in Front Office trading environmentsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsStrong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals such as OOP, Design Patterns, and Data StructuresDegree educated in Computer Science or a similar STEM discipline Responsibilities: Focus on the redevelopment and customisation of a core equity trading system for the EMEA marketWork primarily on the backend using C++17 / C++20 on LinuxBuild and enhance large, complex, data-intensive systemsSolve challenging problems around high-volume data and performance at scaleWork on low-latency development as part of the roleEngage directly with traders and take ownership of projects from initial design through to deliveryUnderstand trading requirements, make technical decisions, and build robust solutions that have a direct impact on the desk Technologies: ARMBackendLinuxOOPC++Support More:
We are part of the Investment Management arm of a global bank, offering a senior, hands-on C++ Software Engineer role in our London City office. The position focuses on a core equity trading system for the EMEA market, with direct exposure to traders and responsibility from design through to delivery. We offer a salary of up to £125k plus bonus, pension, life assurance, healthcare, access to Peppy Healthcare services supporting fertility, pregnancy and menopause, an Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, continuous training, career progression opportunities, and flexibility to work from home one day per week.
last updated 39 week of 2026