Software Engineer C++ | Top Tier Hedge Fund | NYC

About the Opportunity

Delmar Nord has partnered with one of the world's most respected and elite hedge funds to identify a C++ Software Engineer for their core technology team. Our client is a global investment firm renowned for its rigorous, data-driven approach to markets, its best-in-class engineering culture, and its sustained track record of performance across multiple asset classes and strategies. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly selective team building mission-critical systems at the intersection of finance and cutting-edge technology.

This role sits within a fast-paced, collaborative environment where engineers work in close partnership with traders, quantitative researchers, and portfolio managers to design and build the systems that power the firm's trading and investment operations. The organization invests heavily in its technology talent and offers exceptional resources, autonomy, and the opportunity to work on problems with direct, measurable impact.

What You'll Do

• Design, build, and maintain high-performance, low-latency C++ applications that support trading, market data processing, and investment decision-making
• Collaborate directly with traders, quants, and portfolio managers to translate business and research requirements into robust, production-grade software
• Optimize systems for speed, reliability, and scalability, working close to the metal where performance is critical
• Contribute to the full software lifecycle, including architecture, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and ongoing support
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and engineering best practices to maintain a high bar for code quality
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues, often under time-sensitive conditions
• Continuously evaluate and adopt new tools, frameworks, and approaches to improve system performance and developer productivity

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field (advanced degree a plus)
• 5+ years of professional experience developing production software in modern C++ (C++11/14/17/20)
• Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, multithreading, and systems-level programming
• Experience building or working with high-performance, low-latency, or real-time systems
• Solid understanding of Linux/Unix development environments
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• A high degree of intellectual curiosity, ownership, and attention to detail

Preferred, but not required:

• Prior experience in financial services, trading systems, or quantitative environments
• Familiarity with market data protocols, exchange connectivity, or order management systems
• Exposure to Python or other scripting languages for tooling and automation
• Experience with distributed systems, messaging middleware, or cloud infrastructure

Why This Role

• Join an elite, highly selective engineering organization within a top-tier global hedge fund
• Work on technically demanding problems with direct exposure to trading and investment outcomes
• Highly competitive compensation, including base salary and discretionary bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package and significant investment in professional development
• A culture that rewards technical excellence, intellectual rigor, and collaborative problem-solving