Quantitative Developer (C++ Crypto)

Hawksman Technology is currently working with a leading global **crypto-native quantitative trading firm** based in London, looking to hire a top-tier **Quant Developer (C++ / Exchange Infrastructure)** to join its core technology team. Role and Responsibilities: - Work closely with quantitative researchers and traders to design, build, and optimise **ultra-low-latency trading and execution infrastructure** across global crypto markets (CEX and DEX venues) - Develop and maintain **C++23-based high-performance systems** for trading, order routing, and real-time market data processing - Contribute to the design and optimisation of **exchange connectivity layers** , including FIX-style protocols, native exchange APIs, and WebSocket feeds - Build and enhance components inspired by **matching engine / exchange-grade architecture** , including order lifecycle management, book building, and execution logic - Optimise systems for deterministic low latency, high throughput, and extreme reliability in 24/7 crypto trading environments - Work on real-time infrastructure, simulation frameworks, and exchange-level testing environments - Integrate with centralised exchanges, decentralised protocols, and on-chain data infrastructure - Diagnose production bottlenecks across networking, kernel, and application layers, and implement robust performance improvements - Collaborate with global quant, trading, and infrastructure teams on cross-venue execution architecture Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline (Master’s preferred) - Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++17/20/23) with deep systems-level understanding - Strong experience with low-latency systems, exchange connectivity, or market microstructure infrastructure - Prior exposure to matching engines, OMS/EMS, order routing, or exchange-side engineering highly desirable - Strong understanding of networking, concurrency, and performance optimisation in distributed systems - Experience working in trading, exchange, or crypto infrastructure environments preferred - Strong analytical skills and ability to operate in fast-paced, high-performance engineering teams