At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and optimise C++ applications for high-performance trading systems.
- Company: Join Wintermute, a leading crypto-native algorithmic trading company.
- Benefits: Flexible working, competitive pay, private health insurance, and vibrant office culture.
- Other info: Enjoy team events, a fun office vibe, and opportunities for rapid career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the exciting world of cryptocurrency trading.
- Qualifications: 2+ years C++ experience, strong networking skills, and a passion for tech.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Wintermute is one of the largest crypto-native algorithmic trading companies in digital assets. We provide liquidity algorithmically across most cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading solutions as well as support high profile blockchain projects and traditional financial institutions moving into crypto. Wintermute also has a Wintermute Ventures arm that invests in early stage DeFi projects.
Culturally, we combine the best of the two worlds: the technology standards of high-frequency trading firms in traditional markets and the innovative and entrepreneurial culture of technology startups. To Wintermute, digital assets are not just another asset class; we believe in the innovative potential of blockchain and have a long-term view on the digital asset market.
We are looking for a C++ Quant Developer who is passionate about technology, interested in both low level details of how computer hardware operates and high-level design of large systems, as well as in data infrastructure. Someone who likes opening the hood to see how things work, has understanding of data structures, experience writing client-server network applications, and writing and optimising code for high performance.
At Wintermute, you will have an opportunity to grow and make a direct impact on trading by developing and improving all parts of the trading platform, data infrastructure, and related software, while also getting advice and guidance from very experienced developers and traders, including the founders. You will work alongside exceptionally sharp colleagues, learn how to write fail-safe code, and improve performance and scalability of the trading system.
We have flexible working arrangements, with at least several days a week in the office, which features our own gym, unlimited food, and drinks. A great advantage of this position is that it is varied, and it is also up to you to shape it in the direction that matches your talents and company needs.
The focus of the role would be to create data infrastructure to bring the analytics to the next level and support the scaling of quantitative trading. Projects may also include upgrading major trading system components, designing a completely new application from scratch, and working on implementation of pricing models.
You will have the opportunity to improve your knowledge of software optimisations, building robust large-scale systems, and understanding cryptocurrency trading.
- At least 2 years’ experience with C++ - we will test
- Understanding networking and implementing client-server connections - we will test
- Experience with looking under the hood to see how C++ standard libraries work - we will test
Engaging projects offering accelerated responsibilities and ownership compared to traditional finance environments. A vibrant working culture with frequent team meals, holiday celebrations, gaming events, and company-wide outings, including our annual Wintermute weekend getaway.
A Wintermute-inspired office in central London, featuring an array of amenities such as table tennis and foosball, personalized desk configurations, a cozy team breakout area with games and free food. Great company culture: informal, non-hierarchical, ambitious, highly professional with a startup vibe, collaborative and entrepreneurial.
A performance-based compensation with significant earning potential alongside standard perks like pension and private health insurance. Although we are unable to accept fully remote candidates, we support significant flexibility in regards to working from home and working hours. We offer UK work permits and help with relocation.
