Senior Software (C++) Engineer

<p>Tower Research Capital, a high-frequency proprietary trading firm founded in 1998, seeks an experienced Software Engineer for our Markets team in Amsterdam.</p> <p>The Markets division is responsible for providing market intelligence and liquidity access, developing capabilities for new markets, and optimizing access to existing ones. </p> <p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Designing and implementing a high-frequency trading platform, which includes collecting quotes and trades from and disseminating orders to exchanges around the world</li> <li>Optimizing this platform by using network and systems programming, as well as other advanced techniques to minimize latency</li> <li>Analyzing system throughput and latency performance and building performance-tracking tools</li> <li>Shaping the future of the Core Engineering team through regular interviewing</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>A degree in computer science or a related field</li> <li>At least 8-10 years of experience in a software engineering role</li> <li>A strong background in data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming in C++</li> <li>Brilliant problem-solving abilities</li> <li>The ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment</li> <li>Strong communication skills in English</li> <li>Working knowledge of Linux</li> <li>Knowledge of any other development language, including Python and Shell scripts</li> <li>Experience in statistical analysis of performance and other datasets (a plus)</li> <li>Familiarity with cloud computing infrastructure (a plus)</li> </ul> <p>Individuals in this role will have a range of experience and will have the opportunity to cover a broad spectrum of hands-on development projects; the right person could range from a mid-level engineer that is looking to start their career at Tower Research Capital, to an experienced professional that is looking to make significant contributions to our global trading platform.</p> <p>Experience in financial and crypto markets is a plus, but not required.<br/><br/><br/><strong>Benefits </strong></p> <p>While we work hard, Tower’s cubicle-free workplace, jeans-clad workforce, and well-stocked kitchens reflect the premium the firm places on quality of life. Benefits include:</p> <ul> <li>Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses</li> <li>5 weeks of paid holiday per year plus bank and public holidays</li> <li>Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks on a daily basis</li> <li>Pension, health care allowance, group life and income protection schemes</li> <li>Reimbursement for health and wellness expenses</li> <li>Public transportation, fuel, and cycle to work reimbursement</li> <li>Free events and workshops</li> <li>Donation matching program</li> </ul> <p>Tower Research Capital is an equal opportunity employer.</p>