Graduate Software Engineer- C++

This company has a worldwide presence and is a leader in the provision of financial trading software solutions to their clients on a global scale. They are growing rapidly and can offer graduates amazing training and support as well as the chance to work in their offices worldwide.

This role is gong to be based out of the client's Cambridge office - After probation they offer a hybrid model ( 2 days a week from home).

As a C++ software engineer for this client you will be involved in core development of their proprietary server technology and very-high-speed message bus, utilizing the latest compiler toolsets and OS APIs in a highly demanding real-time environment.

Duties to include: 

• Developing and implementing applications written in C/C++ supporting thei low latency trading platform.
• Working across the full development life cycle to create new features while maintaining and testing existing applications.
• Supporting clients and getting involved in the investigation of production issues.
• Carrying out system integration, regression testing and enhance automated regression testing tools to increase overall test coverage.

Skills:

• Some post grad work experience in a related role involving the design and development of software (this can include year in industry or summer placements).
• The ability to demonstrate previous experience with C++.
• Experience in working with Linux/Unix environments.
• Scripting knowledge of BASH, Perl and Python.
• Proficiency with system testing and debugging tools.
• Demonstrable analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Experience with Agile working, TDD / BDD, CI / CD.
• Degree or equivalent in mathematics, computer science or comparable scientific discipline.