C++ Software Engineer - Trading applications

With over 7,000 experts in 20 countries, Talan is a global consulting and technology group dedicated to accelerating our clients' transformation through technology, data, and innovation. We’re proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work and are on track to reach €1 billion in revenue by 2025. At Talan, our philosophy is simple yet powerful: Positive Innovation—leveraging technology to benefit people and society.

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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 in 2025 and work on Derivatives IT projects. The ideal candidate will have expertise in C++ low latency development to expand our client's highly successful, fully automated trading franchise across asset classes. This is a hands-on position for the full development cycle, from requirements collection to final deployment and includes ongoing support for internal users.

This is a unique opportunity for a Software Developer to become a key contributor and work alongside highly talented team of software engineers, quantitative strategists, and traders on cutting-edge technology and sophisticated quantitative strategies. 

Role and responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement cutting edge market connectivity system 
• Sitting alongside algo developers and traders to communicate varying needs 
• Ensure order management is consistent with best execution practices 
• Continuously work with colleagues and business leaders to advance each other’s skills 

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.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Mathematics or Computer Science (MSc/PhD) 
• 3+ years of experience working in the capital market industry and knowledge of market microstructure 

Required Skills

• Current experience with C/C++, including familiarity with C++20 and templates 
• Low latency coding, performance tuning, and debugging 
• FIX & Binary Connectivity Protocols 
• Proficiency in network protocols such as TCP & multicast 
• FPGA experience a plus in terms of low-level understanding of how sockets work. 
• Experience with Market Data feed handlers, Client and Market Connectivity products 
• Knowledge of investment management operations and trading execution solutions 
• Experience developing on Linux, Python scripting experience (or equivalent) 
• Strong communication skills are a must

Company’s Benefits

At Talan, we invest in our employees' well-being and empower them with benefits, including:

• 💵The salary range for this role is US$90,000 - US$130,000
• 💸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

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.