Front Office Developer / Senior - C++ / Java / Rust (Trading)

Leadingnation (Hong Kong, Hong Kong) Follow 3 days ago

My client, a prop trading firm based in Hong Kong, is looking to expand and hire two developers:

Front Office Developer (C++ / Rust)

To help build and improve systems that support real-time trading operations. This role will focus on development in Rust and/or C++, with an emphasis on reliability, performance, and strong ownership.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience (3+ YOE)
Experience with Rust and/or C++
Low-latency exposure is highly preferred (not mandatory—strong candidates can ramp up after joining)
Proven ability to take ownership of system components based on past experience

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and improve performance-focused trading-related components
Own and support specific parts of the system end-to-end (development, debugging, and delivery)
Collaborate with the team to ensure stable and efficient system behaviour

Nice to have

Experience in real-time systems, performance tuning, or latency-sensitive environments

Mid-Senior Front Office Developer (C++ / Rust / Java)

To design and build low-latency components for real-time trading systems. This role includes significant ownership of system components and collaboration on architecture.

Requirements

5–8 years of experience
Strong development experience with Rust / C++ / Java
Experience with low-latency systems or experience as a people manager (ideally both)
Demonstrated experience in system design/architecture
Proven ownership of one or more system components from past roles

Responsibilities

Contribute to the architecture and design of trading system components
Take end-to-end ownership of selected components (implementation, debugging, and delivery)
Build and optimize functionality for performance and low-latency
Mentor team members and/or lead technical efforts (as applicable)

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