Software Developer
JOB OPENING
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
Patronus Tradetech LLP is a quantitative trading firm that is steering financial markets with advanced technologies. We are looking to hire “Software Engineer/Developers” to work with us on the cutting edge of financial technologies. With us, every day is a learning exercise. You will explore the frontiers of computer science, in areas such as distributed systems, concurrency, operating systems, networks, computer architecture, data analysis, and UI design.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
» Design, implementation, test, integration, and delivery of Low latency trading systems.
» Work on the latest hardware to further reduce latency (Latest network card and its features, latest processor architecture, and OS).
» Design our in–house trading applications which are robust and extremely fast.
» Identify innovative solutions to complex problems and advocate for their implementation by communicating your ideas clearly and concisely.
» Detailed study of memory profile of the software to figure out how to further reduce cache misses or further optimize data structures being used.
» Work on strategy development which would include working on large data sets and machine learning concepts.
» End-to-end responsibility of the full product lifecycle.
» Collaborate with other software developers, quantitative traders, and researchers in cross-functional team environments.
» Shaping the future of the Core Engineering team through regular interviewing.
» Assist in recruitment and undertake any other activity as reasonably requested by management.
REQUIREMENTS
» A strong understanding of software design patterns, data structures, algorithms, and best practices.
» 1-3 years strong experience in developing high-performance, multi-threaded applications using C++.
» Expert knowledge of scripting languages such as Perl, Python, and UNIX shell.
» Exposure to network programming (TCP/IP), computational intelligence, and real‐time programming.
» Excellent design standards and strong debugging skills.
» Brilliant problem-solving abilities and analytical skills
» Hands-on experience with parallel and distributed computing.
» Experience of working in a Linux-based development environment.
» Experience collaborating on large software projects.
» Good communication skills and interpersonal skills.
» A passion for new technologies and ideas
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
» Candidate should have a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from a reputable and cream university/institution
» Exposure to trading is desirable and experience working in an HFT firm is preferable
» A background or interest in building large-scale, real-time, and distributed applications is desired.
PERKS
In addition to an outstanding and organic work environment with rapid advancement potential, we offer benefits, including:
» Competitive compensation to the right candidates.
» Annual bonuses based on performance to full-time employees.
» Limitless growth and learning opportunities.
» Fully stocked Pantry.
» Company sponsored annual trip.
» Insurance coverage including parents of employees.