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C++ Software Engineer | Low Latency Trading | $200k-$300k | Montreal
We're partnering with a leading global quantitative trading firm that's looking for an experienced C++ Software Engineer to join a team responsible for building and enhancing the technology that connects trading systems to exchanges and brokers around the world.
This is a hands-on role developing business-critical, low-latency software that sits at the heart of a high-performance trading environment.
The Opportunity
You'll take ownership of designing, building and optimising order gateway technology, working closely with traders, engineers and stakeholders to deliver resilient, high-performance systems. Alongside hands-on development, you'll have the opportunity to mentor engineers, influence architecture and grow into technical leadership.
What You'll Be Doing
Designing and developing high-performance C++ applications Building and optimising low-latency order gateway solutions Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust technical solutions Driving software quality through testing, code reviews and engineering best practices Contributing to architecture and technical design discussions Supporting production systems and continuously improving reliability and performance Mentoring engineers and sharing technical knowledge across the team
What We're Looking For
Strong commercial experience with modern C++ Excellent knowledge of Linux development Strong understanding of data structures, networking and software design Commercial Python experience Experience building high-performance, mission-critical systems Passion for solving complex technical challenges Low-latency systems experience Exchange connectivity or trading systems knowledge Financial markets experience (Equities, Futures, Options or other asset classes) Experience working within globally distributed engineering teams
Why Apply?
Work on technology that sits directly on the trading path
Excellent progression into technical leadership Join a collaborative, world-class engineering team Solve challenging, performance-critical engineering problems every day Highly competitive compensation and benefits package
C++ Software Engineer | Low Latency Trading | $200k-$300k | Montreal
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About Oliver Bernard
Oliver Bernard has been scaling tech teams since 2010.
We are a founder-led business started by two friends, James Oliver Mace—back then a Java recruiter—and Billy Bernard Jenkins—a specialist in web. They formed Oliver Bernard in London which today now recruits across the full tech landscape in the UK and Europe.
We care about providing an exceptional service to our candidates and clients, and have supported the growth of top brands like Sky, Crypto, Tesco, On Running, Natwest, BBC, Quantexa, Tide, SEFE, Ticketmaster.
Services include Permanent recruitment, Contract recruitment, Executive Search, Project Delivery
Tech Specialisms: Software Engineering, Change & Transformation, Product & Design, Data & AI, Platform, ERP & CRM
Our partnerships go beyond transactional relationships; we prioritise meeting and mingling with our communities. Whether through invitations to our tech meetups, Future CodeHers events, or sharing industry insights, we create a collaborative and supportive environment.
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Top Benefits
About the role
C++ Software Engineer | Low Latency Trading | $200k-$300k | Montreal
We're partnering with a leading global quantitative trading firm that's looking for an experienced C++ Software Engineer to join a team responsible for building and enhancing the technology that connects trading systems to exchanges and brokers around the world.
This is a hands-on role developing business-critical, low-latency software that sits at the heart of a high-performance trading environment.
The Opportunity
You'll take ownership of designing, building and optimising order gateway technology, working closely with traders, engineers and stakeholders to deliver resilient, high-performance systems. Alongside hands-on development, you'll have the opportunity to mentor engineers, influence architecture and grow into technical leadership.
What You'll Be Doing
Designing and developing high-performance C++ applications Building and optimising low-latency order gateway solutions Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust technical solutions Driving software quality through testing, code reviews and engineering best practices Contributing to architecture and technical design discussions Supporting production systems and continuously improving reliability and performance Mentoring engineers and sharing technical knowledge across the team
What We're Looking For
Strong commercial experience with modern C++ Excellent knowledge of Linux development Strong understanding of data structures, networking and software design Commercial Python experience Experience building high-performance, mission-critical systems Passion for solving complex technical challenges Low-latency systems experience Exchange connectivity or trading systems knowledge Financial markets experience (Equities, Futures, Options or other asset classes) Experience working within globally distributed engineering teams
Why Apply?
Work on technology that sits directly on the trading path
Excellent progression into technical leadership Join a collaborative, world-class engineering team Solve challenging, performance-critical engineering problems every day Highly competitive compensation and benefits package
C++ Software Engineer | Low Latency Trading | $200k-$300k | Montreal
Not the right fit? Search for C++ Developer jobs in Montreal, Quebec, Canada
About Oliver Bernard
Oliver Bernard has been scaling tech teams since 2010.
We are a founder-led business started by two friends, James Oliver Mace—back then a Java recruiter—and Billy Bernard Jenkins—a specialist in web. They formed Oliver Bernard in London which today now recruits across the full tech landscape in the UK and Europe.
We care about providing an exceptional service to our candidates and clients, and have supported the growth of top brands like Sky, Crypto, Tesco, On Running, Natwest, BBC, Quantexa, Tide, SEFE, Ticketmaster.
Services include Permanent recruitment, Contract recruitment, Executive Search, Project Delivery
Tech Specialisms: Software Engineering, Change & Transformation, Product & Design, Data & AI, Platform, ERP & CRM
Our partnerships go beyond transactional relationships; we prioritise meeting and mingling with our communities. Whether through invitations to our tech meetups, Future CodeHers events, or sharing industry insights, we create a collaborative and supportive environment.