C++ Software Engineer (USA)

Trexquant is a growing systematic fund at the forefront of quantitative finance, with a core team of highly accomplished researchers and engineers. We are continuously optimizing and reimagining our trading infrastructure to keep pace with our expanding business. To support our rapid growth, we are seeking a talented C++ Software Engineer to join our technology team and help build and enhance the systems that power our quantitative trading platform.As a C++ Software Engineer, you will work closely with our engineering teams to design, develop, and optimize high-performance trading systems infrastructure. Your responsibilities will span multiple greenfield areas, including order management systems (OMS), market data, trading infrastructure, and data platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong modern C++ fundamentals, experience with distributed systems, and a demonstrated ability to write performant, memory-efficient code.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain high-performance C++ infrastructure supporting our trading systems, including order management systems (OMS), market data, and data platformsBuild and optimize scalable, distributed systems with a focus on execution speed, memory efficiency, reliability, and throughputCollaborate closely with engineering teams and quantitative researchers to develop innovative technical solutions, improve existing systems, and contribute to new infrastructure initiatives across the firm's trading platformRequirementsDegree in Computer Science or a related field, with 1-3+ years of software engineering experience or equivalent experience through advanced academic research (MS/PhD)Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++17/20/23), with a deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, memory management, multithreading, and concurrencyDemonstrated ability to write efficient, production-quality C++ code, with an emphasis on execution speed and memory optimizationExperience designing and developing distributed systems, with a solid understanding of networking fundamentalsExperience developing software in a Linux environmentExperience with trading systems, market data, or financial technology is a plus, but not requiredBenefitsCompetitive salary plus bonus based on individual and company performanceCollaborative, casual, and friendly work environmentPPO Health, dental and vision insurance premiums fully covered for you and your dependentsPre-tax commuter benefitsWeekly company mealsApplications are open for both Stamford, CT and New York City Offices.The base salary range is $175,000 to $200,000 depending on the candidate's educational and professional background. Base salary is one component of Trexquant's total compensation, which may also include a discretionary, performance-based bonus. This position is classified as overtime-exempt.Trexquant is an Equal Opportunity Employer.