Quant Developer (San Francisco)

Reference: 25322Location: San Francisco, CA, United StatesIndustry: Technology & SoftwarePosted: 2026-05-11Contact: Ethan HudsonEmail: View email address on apply.placed-app.com: 13176505687Quant DeveloperLocation: San Francisco, CAAbout the Opportunity Join an agile, venture-backed infrastructure team building the next generation of high-efficiency GPU cloud computing. We are developing groundbreaking virtualization technology that optimizes hardware utilization far beyond industry standards, backed by $4.5M in funding from premier Silicon Valley investors. This is a high-impact role for a world-class engineer to own the core C++ stack of a rapidly scaling, revenue-generating platform.ResponsibilitiesEngineer and maintain the high-performance C++ core of a proprietary hardware virtualization stack.Conduct deep-dive systems debugging and performance tuning to ensure ultra-low latency execution.Lead research and implementation for complex systems challenges including resource oversubscription and state checkpointing.Balance the development of customer-facing product enhancements with the rigorous demands of production-level systems programming.Collaborate directly with founding leadership to architect scalable infrastructure as the organization grows.RequirementsExpert-level C++ Proficiency: Exceptional mastery of C++ with a focus on performance-critical applications.Hardware Optimization: Proven experience optimizing GPU or Network Interface Card (NIC) performance.Low-Level Systems Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of compilers, low-level networking protocols, and systems architecture.High-Stakes Environment: Background in latency-sensitive sectors where performance translates directly to value.Ownership Mentality: A self-starter capable of managing production systems and delivering high-quality output at a rapid pace.Communication: Ability to relay complex technical concepts and maintain clarity during high-pressure production scenarios.Preferred QualificationsAcademic background in Computer Science from a top-tier research university.Professional experience within high-frequency trading firms, specialized hardware manufacturers, or advanced systems research labs.Leadership aspirations or experience guiding technical strategy in a startup environment.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive salary and meaningful equity stake in a high-growth, post-PMF startup.In-person collaborative environment in the heart of San Francisco.Opportunity to work alongside elite researchers and infrastructure specialists.#LI-EH1