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Algo Capital Group

Tech Lead - HFT

Algo Capital Group, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Tech Lead – High-Frequency Trading A leading proprietary trading firm is seeking a Tech Lead to drive the design and development of its next-generation high-frequency trading platform. This is a key leadership role focused on building ultra-low-latency systems that underpin the firm’s core trading strategies across global markets.

Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.

Key Responsibilities: Lead the architecture and implementation of HFT infrastructure, including market data handling, signal integration, and execution systems. Optimize system performance end-to-end, from hardware to network to software. Collaborate closely with traders and quantitative researchers to align platform capabilities with trading strategy requirements. Ensure production stability, with a focus on latency, throughput, and reliability in live environments. Provide technical direction and mentorship to a high-performing engineering team.

Requirements: Deep expertise in C++, with supporting experience in Python. Proven experience designing and maintaining high-frequency trading systems. Strong knowledge of exchange protocols, market microstructure, and low-latency system design. Track record of system-level and network-level performance tuning. Ability to lead complex technical initiatives and work effectively with cross-functional trading teams.

This is a rare opportunity to take technical ownership of a high-performance HFT platform at one of the industry's top firms. If you’d like to learn more, please apply now.