Lead C++ Software Engineer

Our Customer is a leading force in the renewable energy sector, dedicated to powering homes and businesses with 100% clean energy. Through cutting-edge technology, we manage renewable resources like wind and solar, utilizing innovative data solutions to ensure energy availability when demand peaks.

We are seeking an experienced Algorithmic/Electronic Trading Systems Technical Lead to join a dynamic team in London. You will work closely with the Electronic Market Making (EMM)/Trading business to design, develop, and implement cutting-edge electronic trading systems. This role requires a seasoned professional with deep expertise in C++ programming and extensive experience in high-performance trading environments.

As the Technical Lead, you will:

• Provide Technical Leadership: Lead a team of expert C++ developers, driving excellence in software engineering practices and high-performance trading systems.
• Hands-on Development: Design and code core components of the trading platform, ensuring performance, scalability, and low latency.
• Champion Operational Excellence: Ensure platform stability and maximize uptime for trading systems across global markets.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Communicate effectively with business stakeholders to align technical solutions with strategic goals.

Qualifications

This role requires a minimum of three days per week on-site presence in London.

• Experience:
  • 5 - 10 years of experience in software development.
  • Minimum 5 years in technical leadership roles.
• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field with an excellent academic track record.
• Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or similar methodologies.

Technical Expertise

• C++ Proficiency: Advanced skills in C++ programming with a deep understanding of object-oriented principles, data structures, and algorithms.
• High-Performance Trading Systems: Proven track record in algorithmic/electronic/real-time trading systems development in financial institutions, hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, or specialist liquidity providers.
• Systems Design & Optimisation: Expertise in distributed systems, architecture, and performance/latency optimisation.
• Linux Platforms: Strong knowledge and experience with Linux-based development environments.

Additional Skills

• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), CI/CD pipelines, and build systems.
• Knowledge of other programming languages (e.g., Python, Java) is a plus.
• Ability to translate complex business requirements into functional and optimized code.

Leadership & Communication

• Proven experience as a Technical Lead or similar role, with a track record of managing high-performing engineering teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to mentor team members, influence stakeholders, and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Flexible and pragmatic mindset, with an open approach to learning and problem-solving.

We offer

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to work from home
• Training and mentoring programs
• Ability to advance your technology skills
• Variety of projects with cutting-edge technologies at the core
• Private medical care and life insurance

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We aim to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people we can find, from a range of backgrounds and cultures. Inclusivity and equality are cornerstones of our Mobica community and a big part of what makes us so brilliant to work with. Here, dedication and performance are valued and rewarded regardless of nationality, gender, age, religious beliefs or other personal characteristics. Here, diversity is celebrated and everyone belongs.