C++ Software Engineer (USA)

Trexquant is a systematic fund focused on quantitative finance, specializing in algorithmic trading and quantitative research.
Stamford, CT, USA
Backend
Entry-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
1+ year of experience
Finance

Description For C++ Software Engineer (USA)

Trexquant Investment, a growing systematic fund specializing in quantitative finance, is seeking a C++ Software Engineer to join their technology team. The role focuses on building next-generation trading systems and analytics platforms, working at the intersection of high-performance computing and financial markets.

The position offers an opportunity to work with accomplished researchers and engineers, designing and optimizing high-performance systems for algorithmic trading. The engineer will be responsible for developing core infrastructure for trading simulations, data pipelines, and low-latency execution platforms. This role is perfect for someone who combines strong C++ development skills with an interest in financial markets and systematic trading.

The company provides a collaborative and casual work environment, along with comprehensive benefits including fully covered health insurance for employees and dependents, commuter benefits, and weekly company meals. The hybrid work arrangement in Stamford, Connecticut, offers flexibility while maintaining team collaboration.

Key responsibilities include building and maintaining quantitative research infrastructure, optimizing data processing systems, and creating tools for research workflows. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of C++ experience, strong understanding of data structures and algorithms, and preferably some exposure to Python and financial applications.

This role presents an excellent opportunity for a software engineer interested in applying their skills to quantitative finance, working with cutting-edge technology, and contributing to the evolution of systematic trading platforms.

Last updated 11 days ago

Responsibilities For C++ Software Engineer (USA)

  • Design, build, and maintain infrastructure for quantitative research, backtesting, and strategy deployment
  • Optimize infrastructure for large-scale data processing and complex model computations
  • Develop and optimize data loading and transformation pipelines
  • Create tools and automation scripts for research workflows
  • Collaborate with quantitative researchers and traders
  • Provide ongoing support and documentation

Requirements For C++ Software Engineer (USA)

Python
  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field
  • 1+ years of experience writing production-quality code in C++ (C++ 17/20)
  • Experience with data structures, algorithms, concurrency patterns, and numeric processing
  • Experience designing and optimizing low-latency and high-throughput systems
  • Experience with Python programming (plus)
  • Experience in alpha/strategy research infrastructure or data pipeline development (big plus)

Benefits For C++ Software Engineer (USA)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Commuter Benefits
  • Competitive salary plus bonus based on individual and company performance
  • Collaborative, Casual, and friendly work environment
  • PPO Health, dental and vision insurance fully covered for employees and dependents
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits
  • Weekly company meals

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