Quantiq

About the Company

Quantiq specializes in high frequency derivatives trading in the largest markets worldwide. Our approach is rigorous and pragmatic, driven by technological expertise and analytics informed by real-world experience. We strive to cultivate an atmosphere of excellence, curiosity, and collaboration. We value employees who love to learn and have the tenacity and willpower to contribute to our continuing success.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Quantiq

Job Title

Software Developer

Job Description

Job title: Software Developer Role Summary: Design, build, and maintain low‑latency trading applications in C++ and Python, focusing on performance optimization, memory efficiency, and system coherence. Expactations: Deliver high‑throughput, reliable code; self‑directed learning; teamwork; rapid response to production issues; continuous performance tuning. Key Responsibilities: - Architect and code low‑latency modules in C++/Python, optimizing CPU affinity, memory usage, and hardware interactions. - Profile and debug legacy and new code to eliminate bottlenecks and sustain or improve performance. - Document architecture decisions, optimization strategies, and code intricacies for cross‑team knowledge sharing. - Evaluate system performance, propose refinements, and implement operational improvements. - Maintain clean, scalable codebases and support continuous integration/deployment pipelines. Required Skills: - 5+ years of software development experience, preferably in performance‑critical or low‑latency domains. - Advanced proficiency in C++ (C++11/14/17+) and Python (3+). - Deep understanding of system internals, memory management, concurrency, and network protocols (TCP/UDP, packet analysis). - Strong debugging, profiling, and optimization skills using tools such as Valgrind, Perf, gdb, or equivalent. - Effective written and verbal communication; collaboration in a fast‑paced environment. - Ability to solve complex mathematical and coding challenges independently. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent professional experience). - No mandatory certifications; industry‑relevant training in high‑performance computing or low‑latency systems is a plus.

Austin, United states

On site

Mid level

27-01-2026