About the position
Are you looking to join a company at the forefront of innovation and transformation? Look no further than Talan! We are seeking a talented Software Engineer to join our team and work on Financial IT projects. The ideal candidate will have expertise in C++ Low Latency and be passionate about developing new features on Trade Platforms. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and collaborate with a dynamic group of professionals who are dedicated to excellence. You will have the chance to contribute to the development of our Finance engineering team and grow your career in a stimulating environment. If you are a skilled Software Engineer with a passion for finance and technology, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us and take your career to the next level!
Responsibilities
- Develop and support the Equities Algorithmic Trading Platform
- Develop and support applications dedicated to the ETF Trading business
- Everyday coding utilizing C++
- Face off to the business to understand requirements and translate it into design
- Involved in architectural design discussions to help shape the strategic direction of the platform
- Assist the Level 1 Support Team during incidents/outages
- Assist the Coverage Team in answering client questions about platform behavior and order performance
- Liaise with teams regionally and globally (distributed multi-skilled team)
- Take end-to-end responsibility for delivery: participate in design, coding, peer review, work with QA and Production Support teams on releases
- Provide mentorship to junior members of the team (for senior profiles)
Requirements
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in C++ development
- Expert knowledge of low-latency programming techniques and strong skills in designing for optimal performance
- Proven experience working closely with the business, particularly traders, to understand requirements and deliver high-performance solutions
- Relevant education such as a BSc, MSc, or PhD in a related field, including Finance, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Econometrics, Statistics, or Engineering, or equivalent work experience/qualifications
- Strong knowledge of Linux, including OS fundamentals, scripting, and common toolsets
- Experience working in a robust technology environment, with a solid understanding of software development best practices and change control procedures
Nice-to-haves
- Knowledge of algorithmic trading (Algo trading)
- Understanding of market microstructure in equity markets
- Expert knowledge of TCP/IP networking; experience with UDP/Multicast is a plus
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- 15 days of paid vacation per year at hire and up to 27 according to seniority (annual untaken vacation days are cashed out)
- 8 paid holidays + 5 sick days + 2 personal days per year
- Company health, dental, and vision insurance plans + FSA
- Voluntary STD and LTD
- Commuter/transit benefits
