About the Company

Wintermute is one of the largest crypto-native algorithmic trading companies in digital assets. We provide liquidity algorithmically across most cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading solutions, and support high-profile blockchain projects and traditional financial institutions moving into crypto. Wintermute also has a Ventures arm that invests in early-stage DeFi projects.

Founded in 2017 by industry leaders, Wintermute has successfully navigated crypto industry cycles. Culturally, we combine the best of both worlds: the technology standards of high-frequency trading firms in traditional markets and the innovative, entrepreneurial culture of technology startups. We believe in the innovative potential of blockchain and have a long-term view on the digital asset market, taking a leadership position in building an innovative and compliant market.

About the Role

Job Title: C++ Trading Platform Developer
Location: London
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Technology
Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve all parts of the trading platform, data infrastructure, and related software.
• Work on the global trading platform that spans across many continents, focusing on real-time data capture, order entry on dozens of exchanges, and robust connectivity.
• Expand and scale up the trading platform mainly using C++ and Python.
• Design scalable and robust C++ and Python code.
• Collaborate with experienced developers and traders, including the founders.

Qualifications

• Strong C++ skills (testing will be conducted).
• Experience with C++ standard libraries (testing will be conducted).
• Strong analytical skills (testing will be conducted).
• Understanding of networking, CPU and memory models, and assembly language is desirable.
• Interest in algorithmic and quantitative trading is a plus.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work at one of the world's leading algorithmic trading firms.
• Accelerated responsibilities and ownership compared to traditional finance environments.
• Vibrant working culture with team meals, festive celebrations, gaming events, and company-wide team-building events.
• A Wintermute-inspired office in central London, featuring amenities such as table tennis and foosball, personalized desk configurations, and a cozy team breakout area with games.
• Informal, non-hierarchical, ambitious, highly professional culture with a startup vibe.
• Performance-based compensation with significant earning potential alongside standard perks like pension and private health insurance.
• Support for UK work permits and assistance with relocation.

Note

• Although we are unable to accept fully remote candidates, we support significant flexibility regarding working from home and working hours.