What are the responsibilities and job description for the High-Frequency Trading System Engineer (USA) position at Trexquant Investment LP?
We are seeking a highly skilled C engineer with extensive experience in high-frequency trading systems to join our trading team. In this role, you will design and develop ultra-low-latency trading infrastructure. You'll work closely with quantitative researchers and fellow technologists to build cutting-edge HFT systems that have a direct impact on our trading performance.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of low-latency, high-frequency trading (HFT) systems
- Evaluate the existing execution platform and develop plans for a comprehensive revamp
- Optimize system performance across hardware and software layers, including CPU architecture, memory/cache utilization, and network interfaces (NICs)
- Ensure a clean, well-tested, and thoroughly documented codebase
Requirements
- Expert-level proficiency in C and Linux, with a deep understanding of low-level memory management, concurrency, and performance optimization
- Proven experience developing ultra-low-latency, high-throughput systems, preferably in trading or other real-time environments
- Strong knowledge of profiling tools and techniques for latency measurement and benchmarking
- Hands-on experience with network protocols (TCP/UDP, multicast, Ethernet) and low-latency messaging systems
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
Benefits
- Competitive base salary with guaranteed and performance-based bonuses tied to individual and company results
- Collaborative, friendly, and results-oriented work environment
- Full coverage of PPO health, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you and your dependents
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Additional company perks
