Quantlab Looking for C++ Software Engineer at Houston, TX Full Time

To succeed in the complex field of algorithmic trading, Quantlab continues to use software and hardware solutions at the bleeding edge of technology.  We are growing our talented software development teams and are looking for experienced and expert C++ Software Engineers to design and develop new features and enhancements to our high-frequency electronic trading systems.  These positions are based in Houston or Austin and will be a hybrid work schedule.

 What you’ll do:

• Write low-latency, high-throughput C++ routines and libraries
• Modernize a large code base by taking advantage of the latest language features and tools
• Improve developer experience by reducing build times or improving testing methodologies
• Measure system performance characteristics and analyzing test results
• Learn the trade lifecycle and exchange mechanics

What you’ll have:

• Strong modern C++ skills and want to up your game further
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment where teamwork is the key to success
• You are always on the lookout for the next great book
• You really like working with people who challenge you and make you better at what you do
• You can easily abstract simplicity from complex systems
• You take initiative and own your work
• You enjoy following your products into production
• You possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Bonus Points:

• Proficiency with modern C++ features available in C++17, C++20 and C++23 standards
• Experience with Behavior-driven and Test-driven Development Practices
• Familiarity with CMake, Python, YML, JSON, and/or Gitlab CI
• Comfort with a Git-based fork/pull-request development model
• Understanding of statistical learning
• Experience with TensorFlow

What you’ll get:

• The unique opportunity to work alongside talented and passionate experts who take pride in delivering results
• Attractive compensation and bonus structure
• Generous benefit plan structure including an option for fully paid health insurance premiums for individuals
• Free catered lunches every day with snacks and beverages provided daily
• Company paid onsite gym membership
• Training and development opportunities
• Pre-tax transportation benefit
• Casual dress
• Company events, often including employees’ families

Who we are:

Quantlab is a quantitative trading firm where Technology and Scientific Research are central to our business and key to our success. Founded in 1998, Quantlab is a pioneer in quantitative algorithmic trading.  Behind our success is our people. We hire some of the smartest and most passionate engineers and quants in the world.

The firm is privately held with headquarters in Houston, and offices in New York, Chicago, Denver, Boston, Austin, and Singapore. We are a science lab spinning trade data in the centrifuge of math and technology to parse financial frontiers and optimize results.

Why you should work with us:

Quantlab is constantly pushing the boundaries of technology, from high performance computing clusters attached to petabytes of storage, to ultra-low latency hardware, to highly optimized operating systems. Our team members enjoy the collaborative and impact-driven atmosphere where passion, innovation, and the scientific process power amazing results.  This is just one reason we continue to attract the industry’s most enterprising and brightest talent. Our regard for tenacity, humility, and an intrinsic will to win promotes a fast-paced, team-first culture where brilliance is magnified into global leading lights.

Quantlab is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms.  Only search firms with valid, written agreements with Quantlab should submit resumes in response to Quantlab’s posted positions.  All resumes submitted by search firms to Quantlab via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of Quantlab, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Quantlab. 

Quantlab is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or any other protected characteristic. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.