Low Latency C++ Engineer

<div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><u>Low Latency C++ Engineer</u></span></span></strong></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Eclipse Trading is a leading proprietary trading firm</span>. Founded in 2007, we have over 110 employees across 4 office locations – Hong Kong (our HQ), Sydney, Shanghai and Chicago. Our trading expertise and strategies are deployed across several markets globally, focusing on various products including equity derivatives, delta one, ETFs, commodity derivatives, and cryptocurrency. Technology is inextricably linked to our trading strategies, creating an environment powered by intellectual curiosity, problem solving, and innovation.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Due to organic growth, we are looking for a C++ Software Engineer to join our Low Latency Development team which is responsible for the firm’s market links and algorithmic trading system. <strong>The position is primarily located in Hong Kong; however, we welcome applications from overseas candidates as well. For those qualified candidates who are considering relocating to Hong Kong, we offer relocation assistance and sponsorship for a work visa.</strong></span></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">The successful candidate will be a member of the team responsible for developing market links and core components for our in-house developed trading systems. <strong>Candidates with more experience may be considered as Senior Software Engineer.</strong></span></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Responsibilities and Duties</span></span></strong></div> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Develop low latency exchange connectivity and trading algorithms, including quoting, hedging, and arbitrage for listed derivatives and delta one products</span></div> </li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Work closely with quants and traders to define the behavior of trading algorithms</span></div> </li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Develop C++ applications for core trading infrastructure</span></div> </li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Test code thoroughly including automated testing, and actively participate in code reviews</span></div> </li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Provide tier 3 support</span></div> </li> </ul> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">What you offer</span></span></strong></div> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">University degree in Computer Science or related field</span></div> </li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">2</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">+ years of C++ server-side development on Linux (C++ 14 or later desirable)</span></div> </li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Strong technical design skills</span></div> </li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Solid understanding of multithreading, network socket programming and low latency programming techniques</span></div> </li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Experience in developing automated trading systems or exchange connectivity</span></div> </li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Experience with Kafka is a plus</span></div> </li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Solid data analysis skills</span></div> </li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Excellent communication in spoken and written English</span></div> </li> </ul> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">What we offer</span></span></strong></div> <ul> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Dynamic and collaborative work environment</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">A flat management structure, where everyone's voice is valued</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Work life balance within a multi-cultural environment</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Fully stocked kitchen for breakfast and lunch</span></li> <li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Attractive benefits package with discretionary bonus</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><em>Eclipse Trading is an equal opportunity employer and we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential pillars of our success as a company. We are dedicated to embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential.</em></span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><em>All information provided will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes.</em></span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><em>Due to the high number of responses that we receive, we are only able to respond to successful applicants.</em></span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><em><strong>Note:</strong> The use of AI tools during interviews or assessments is strictly prohibited unless explicitly authorized. We employ multiple methods to verify the authenticity of candidate responses. If it is determined that AI assistance was used at any stage of the hiring process without prior approval, we reserve the right to disqualify your application or rescind any job offer.</em></span></p>