Home
Jobs
Client Server
Backend Software Engineer C++ Windows - Finance

Backend Software Engineer C++ Windows - Finance

Remote

Cambridge, United kingdom

Freelance

19-11-2025

Share this job:

Score my CV

Skills

Communication C# Networking Training Windows AWS Software Development Agile C++ TCP/IP

Job Specifications

Backend Software Engineer / Developer (Windows C / C++, C#) Remote UK to £70k FTC

Are you a skilled Backend Software Engineer with strong C++ skills?

You could be progressing your career in a senior, hands-on role at a global market data provider.

As a Backend Software Engineer you will join an Agile team focussed on building and maintaining Exchange Connectivity software systems that require real-time and low latency, maintaining data feeds and developing key underlying transport protocols for data transmission. The platform has been built with C++ and C# deploying to AWS and requires high scalability and low latency - they currently handle 40 billion messages per day.

Location / WFH:

You can work remotely (in the UK) if you're not within a commutable distance of London.

Please note this is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract.

About you:

You have C / C++ development skills on Windows OS
You have full software development lifecycle experience
You have a good knowledge of networking protocols e.g. TCP/IP, multicast
You have a strong grounding in Computer Science fundamentals e.g. multi-threading, OOP, Data Structures, Design Patterns
You're collaborative with great communication skills
You are UK based and do not require visa sponsorship

What's in it for you:

*Please note this is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract, with full benefits*

As a Backend Software Engineer / Developer you'll receive a competitive package:

Salary to £70k + bonus
25 days holiday
Pension
Life Assurance and Income protection
Private Medical and Dental care
Gym subsidy and wellness apps
Cycle to work scheme
Ability to buy stock options
Family leave and sabbaticals
Continuous training and career development including personalised budget
Gain valuable finance / exchange connectivity experience

Apply now to find out more about this Backend Software Engineer / Developer (Windows C / C++, C#) opportunity.

At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We're an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The clients we work with share our values.

About the Company

At Client Server, we are driven by technology and powered by people. We are a leading technology recruitment consultancy, specialising in a vast range of technology roles in London, the UK, Europe, and the USA. Our focus is finding exceptional candidates for exceptional organisations. These include technology leaders, innovative start-ups, hedge funds, banks and consultancies. Know more