C++ Software Developer (Execution / Market Making) - Geneva

Our client, a rapidly expanding Swiss quantitative trading firm, is strengthening its technology team after a year of exceptional performance and significant headcount growth. As a C++ Software Developer, you will join a high‑impact, execution‑focused engineering group working directly with traders and quants. The environment is fast‑paced, collaborative, and deeply technical, with a strong emphasis on performance, optimisation, and robust system design. The firm has recently hired senior talent from leading market‑making firms, and you will be working alongside experienced specialists in options and low‑latency trading.

Responsibilities

• Build and optimise low‑latency C++ execution engines, market data handlers, and exchange connectivity.
• Develop real‑time options pricing, quoting, and order handling with ultra‑low‑latency performance.
• Maintain order books, exchange state, and high‑throughput messaging across large instrument universes.