Senior Software Engineer

Direct message the job poster from Evolve Group Recruiting across Quant Engineering & Algorithmic Trading. Overview: We are exclusively partnered with one of the world’s most prestigious and innovative hedge funds, renowned for its relentless focus on excellence, technology, and quantitative research. They are seeking exceptionally talented Software Engineers to join their elite technology organization. This is a rare chance to work alongside world-class engineers, quantitative researchers, and portfolio managers , developing high-performance systems that have a direct and immediate impact on the firm’s success. This role is ideal for highly driven, technically elite engineers with outstanding academic credentials and a deep desire to apply their skills to solving complex, real-world problems at scale. The firm fosters a fast-paced, intellectually rigorous environment, with significant investment in talent and continuous learning. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and optimize low-latency trading systems and research infrastructure. Collaborate closely with traders and quantitative researchers to build, test, and deploy real-time trading strategies . Architect and refine large-scale data processing pipelines, working with massive datasets to extract actionable insights. Continuously improve system performance, scalability, and reliability through rigorous engineering best practices. Gain deep exposure to financial markets and how cutting-edge technology drives investment decisions. Requirements: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related technical field from a top-tier university (GPA 3.7 strongly preferred ). 1-5 years of professional software engineering experience (internships and research experience do not count ). Expertise in Python, Java, or C++ , with strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and systems design . Experience with distributed systems, low-latency computing, or large-scale data infrastructure is a plus. Passion for solving challenging technical problems in a fast-paced, collaborative environment . Strong communication skills and a desire to work alongside high-performing teams . Why Join? Work with some of the brightest minds in engineering and quantitative finance. Receive industry-leading compensation with significant upside tied to performance. Access cutting-edge technology and an environment that fosters continuous intellectual growth . Thrive in a flat, meritocratic culture that rewards innovation, impact, and excellence. Accelerate your career trajectory at one of the world’s most prestigious hedge funds. If you are a high-pedigree software engineer ready to apply your skills in an elite, fast-paced hedge fund environment, we want to hear from you. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Finance and Engineering J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Grand Central, NY, US

Posted Date: 4/5/2025