Grasshopper
Quantitative Trading Technology
JuniorSoftwareEngineer,C++
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“Junior Software Engineer, C++ at Grasshopper. Skills: C++, Python, low latency, high throughput. Design and develop applications. Write robust and performant code”
What You'll Achieve.
delivering exceptional results
Industry & Context.
troubleshooting; tackle various challenges
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
2 - 4 years of deep expertise in C++, Proficiency in Python, Experience in low latency or high throughput environments, Good knowledge of algorithms and data structures, The ability to write clean code
What You'll Do.
Design and develop applications
Write robust and performant code
Utilise Python for scripting
Enhance trading systems
Ensure system reliability
Provide second-line support
Address post-deployment issues
Troubleshoot technical challenges
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaboratively identify opportunities for optimisation; Work with product team
Communication Scope
communication is essential
Full Job Description
About Grasshopper Grasshopper is a quantitative trading technology provider based in Singapore, and is the holding company of Grasshopper Asset Management. Our state-of-the-art technology, built from the ground up in-house, puts us at the forefront of developments in electronic trading. An unbroken record of consistency and profitability is underpinned by firm values of curiosity, empowerment and flexibility. As a key member of the Software Engineering Team, you'll: Design and develop applications and components for various parts of our trading systems Utilise your expertise in C++ to write robust and performant code Utilise Python for various scripting and integration tasks Continuously enhance our systems to adapt to evolving trading needs Ensure the smooth operation and reliability of our trading systems Second-Line Support and Collective Responsibility At Grasshopper, our engineers are crucial in providing second-line support for the systems they write. This means taking ownership of system performance, actively addressing post-deployment issues, and troubleshooting any technical challenges. Additionally, during upgrades and new deployments, our engineers take on first-line support responsibilities, ensuring a seamless transition and promptly resolving any issues that may arise during critical phases. We foster a culture of collective responsibility, where every team member contributes to the efficiency and solidity of our technology and operations. Collaboratively, we identify opportunities for optimisation and continuous improvement, sharing the goal of maintaining our position at the forefront of electronic trading and delivering exceptional results to our clients and partners. Projects you might work on: At Grasshopper, our Software Engineers are involved in a wide range of exciting projects, including but not limited to: Efficient processing of market data to provide real-time insights for trading decisions Efficient routing of orders to optimise trade exec
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