C++ Developer

Job Locations AU-Sydney
Requisition ID
2026-10830
Experience Level
Experienced Professionals
Job Categories
Technology - Software Engineering

Overview

SIG technologists are at the heart of where cutting-edge technology meets the fast-paced world of trading.  Our growing teams build some of the most powerful trading systems in the financial industry and solve complex problems in a constantly changing environment. From large scale computations, real-time systems, high performance computing to petabytes of data. By integrating sophisticated coding techniques with innovative engineering ideas, we design and optimise systems that can process massive amounts of data while still ensuring high performance and stability. Collaborating with traders and quantitative researchers, our systems engineers, network architects, technical analysts and software developers create competitive edge through best-in-class technical solutions.

 

As a Software Developer within our Trading Systems team, you will have the opportunity to work closely with traders and the firm’s top technologists. Ideally, you will have a background in trading systems and/or performance tuning and want the chance to compete against the best systems in the world. What We Are Looking ForSIG offers excellent working conditions, including: free breakfast and lunch, a gym on site, social events, reasonable working hours and an opportunity to part of a challenging, fast paced environment

 

What you’ll do

Develop and maintain in house core trading platform that powers algorithmic trading applications for business needs.

Optimise all parts of the platform with a focus on high frequency and low latency trading utilising latest hardware and software available.

Work on most Asia exchanges and gain in depth understanding of how different exchange functions.

This is a hands-on role where you will thrive on the technology challenges.

What we’re looking for

We are looking for an experienced C++ developer to join our core trading platform team.

    • A bachelor's degree (or higher) in Computer Science or related discipline
    • A minimum of five years’ experience designing and developing high performance applications using modern C++ on Linux, as well as proficiency in Python
    • Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and a thorough understanding of full life-cycle development and performance optimization/latency reduction methodologies.
    • A demonstrated track record of successfully delivering complex applications that meet demanding performance and scalability goals.
    • Experience in financial exchange and trading application development would be highly regarded.
    • Knowledge of financial products would be highly regarded.

 What’s in it for you

Our flat hierarchy enables you to drive meaningful impact, by leveraging your expertise and taking ownership.

Highly competitive remuneration and attractive bonus.

Private healthcare and gym allowances, plus wellness initiatives.

Additional leave entitlements including marriage leave and 2 bonus days annually.

Fully stocked kitchen - daily breakfast and lunch.

Regular social, sporting and community events including annual poker tournament.

Matched donations and corporate discounts.

Explore our benefits and culture: link 

 

Equal Opportunity Statement

We encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds, and we welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure that you can best demonstrate your abilities.

 

About SIG

 

Susquehanna is a global quantitative trading firm powered by scientific rigor, curiosity, and innovation. Our culture is intellectually driven and highly collaborative, bringing together researchers, engineers, and traders to design and deploy impactful strategies in our systematic trading environment. To meet the unique challenges of global markets, Susquehanna applies machine learning and advanced quantitative research to vast datasets in order to uncover actionable insights and build effective strategies. By uniting deep market expertise with cutting-edge technology, we excel in solving complex problems and pushing boundaries together.

 

 

What we do

We are experts in trading essentially all listed financial products and asset classes, with a focus on derivatives trading. Through market making and market taking, we handle millions of trading transactions around the world every day, providing liquidity and ensuring competitive prices for buyers and sellers. While our presence in the market is broad, our trading desks are highly specialised, allowing for a deep understanding of unique drivers of each asset class.

 

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