Software Engineer
HaystackAbout the role
We are working with an elite ML-driven systematic quant fund on the precipice of becoming fully proprietary, offering a rare opportunity to join a boutique operation and be part of an elite development team at a critical point in the business's journey as they become a prop-shop. The team is highly experienced in the trading sector, formed of senior team members from industry heavy hitters.
The Role
Develop and maintain a low-latency trading platform
Manage infrastructure such as data feeds and trade execution
Play a significant role in shaping the future of the business
Work with a high-trust culture offering significant work-from-home and work-from-anywhere flexibility
What You'll Need
0-4 years' experience (top graduates welcome)
Proficiency in Python (ideally as your main language)
Exposure to C++, Rust, or C# (desirable)
Ability to write performance-critical multithreaded code
Strong interest in trading, technology, and maximising performance improvements
Interest in high-availability systems with strict 99.999% uptime requirements
What's On Offer
Join a highly experienced team with a strong track record
Opportunity to make a significant impact at a pivotal time for the company
Excellent work-from-home and work-from-anywhere flexibility
Competitive salary with P&L-linked bonuses
Apply via Haystack today!
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a low-latency trading platform
- Manage infrastructure such as data feeds and trade execution
- Play a significant role in shaping the future of the business
Qualifications
- 0-4 years' experience
- Proficiency in Python
- Exposure to C++, Rust, or C#
- Ability to write performance-critical multithreaded code
- Strong interest in trading and technology
Benefits
- Work-from-home and work-from-anywhere flexibility
- Competitive salary with P&L-linked bonuses
Skills mentioned
About Haystack
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