Our client is a globally recognized, top-tier quantitative and systematic investment manager, renowned for its technology and data-driven approach. Operating across all liquid asset classes, they combine cutting-edge research, technology, and trading expertise to solve the most complex market challenges. They foster a collaborative and innovative culture within a flat structure, deeply valuing intellectual curiosity and work-life balance.
They are seeking a sharp, motivated Quantitative Developer with strong C++ skills to join a premier team in either Hong Kong or Singapore. This is a high-impact role where you will be a key member directly responsible for the success of high-frequency and low-latency algorithmic trading strategies in dynamic APAC markets.
Your Future Role:
- Core Focus: Be a core contributor to the development and optimization of high-frequency and low-latency algorithmic trading systems for APAC markets.
- Strategy Development: Design, enrich, and implement robust alpha and trading algorithms.
- Market Microstructure: Codify and implement specific market rules and microstructure logic for major Asian exchanges.
- Collaboration: Work directly with traders and quantitative researchers to provide an efficient, powerful research platform and tooling.
- Problem Solving: Solve complex technical challenges to build resilient, flexible, and high-performance trading systems.
Your Present Skillset:
- Education: A Bachelor’s or higher in Computer Science or a related field.
- Experience: 2+ years of experience in a quantitative trading environment (e.g., hedge fund, prop trading firm).
- C++ Programming: Strong C++ development experience (C++17/20/23) in a Linux environment is essential.
- Cloud/HPC: Familiarity with High-Performance Computing (HPC) in a Cloud environment.
- Python Scripting: A good working level of Python for research and tooling support.
- Mindset: A genuine interest in solving difficult technical problems and implementing robust, low-latency solutions.
- Communication: Excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, international setting.
Why This Role Is Unique:
- Direct Impact: Your work will be directly visible on the P&L of a leading global firm. You are not a cost center; you are a key part of the profit engine.
- Elite Environment: Work alongside world-class quants and traders in a firm known for its scientific rigor and collaborative, flat structure.
- Technical Challenge: Tackle the ultimate engineering challenges of low-latency and high-frequency trading in the complex APAC region.
- Growth Trajectory: This role offers a clear path for career growth into a senior developer or domain expert within a premier team.
Ready to Build with the Best?
If you are a C++ expert passionate about pushing the boundaries of performance and want to see your code directly impact global markets, we want to hear from you.
To apply for this job email your details to sarah.fan@ashford-benjamin.com